Teachers' Day - 5th September

5 Sep 2019

Teachers’ Day – 5th September

Teachers’ Day – 5th SeptemberIn India, 5th September has been celebrated as Teachers' Day every year since 1962.

A teacher plays an important role in all our lives. They are our philosophers, guides and friends who help us in achieving our goals.

Teachers' Day is dedicated to all teachers to acknowledge and thank the contribution of all the teachers in our lives.

Teachers' Day is celebrated on 5th September to honour Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan's birth anniversary.

Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was India's first Vice President and second President.
 	He was born on 5th September 1888. This year is his 131st birth anniversary.
 	He was a great philosopher, teacher, and politician and his dedicated his life towards education and learning.

How is the day celebrated?

Although it's not a holiday, teaching hours are replaced by other activities in most educational institutions.
 	The government of India also presents the National Award for Teachers on this day. This year, President Kovind has presented the awards to 46 teachers.

Google India is honouring this day with an animated doodle. You can see it on the home page.

For many other countries, World Teacher's Day is on 5th October.

How are you celebrating Teachers' Day? Share with us!

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