Srinagar, Dec. 18 -- Let me begin with a story- a story that crosses borders, cultures, and time- a story that reminds us of the true honour of being a teacher.

Years ago, in Italy, at the prestigious University of Rome, there worked a humble and sincere professor named Ishfaq. One day, while rushing to his lecture, he unknowingly violated a minor traffic rule on the roadside. For this, he was issued a challan and asked to appear before the court.

He went to the court alone- no lawyer, no supporter, no argument. Just the sincerity of a teacher.

When his case was called, the judge asked him calmly,

"Why did you come alone? Where is your lawyer?"

With quiet dignity, Ishfaq replied,

"Sir, I am a teacher. I believe in truth. I came to a...