New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- Teachers' Day is being celebrated throughout the country today. The day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of educationist and former President Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. President Droupadi Murmu will confer the National Awards to Teachers at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, today.

This prestigious annual award recognises outstanding teachers whose dedication and commitment have elevated the quality of education and profoundly impacted the lives of their students.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the National Award-winning teachers in New Delhi yesterday. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Modi lauded the natural respect Indian society holds for teachers, calling them a powerful force in nation-building. He em...