Kohima: Nagaland Governor Padmanabha Balakrishna Acharya today said that Nagaland state lacks in the number of trained teachers compared to other states, but technical training of teachers is not the only criteria to be a good teacher.
Gracing as the Chief Guest of the 2nd graduation day of the Modern Institute of Teacher Education (MITE) here, Acharya congratulated all the graduating students for their hard work.
He said they are now entering into a new phase of life, educating the younger generation and preparing them for the future.
“I know that all of you must have realised by now that to be teacher is one of the greatest honours and a privilege, however it also comes with an immense responsibility, which is, educating the next generation,” he said adding that being a teacher does not only mean teaching from the books, but it also about changing the hearts and minds of the students.
The Governor said it is about encouraging students to be good not only academically, but also teaching them, to become a better human being in order to create a peaceful and harmonious society.
He stated that he was encouraged by the fact that MITE, initiated in 2012 as the 4th B. Ed College in the state, is continuing to provide quality education to the students.
He maintained that this is because to be a good teacher, it requires one to have heart that is geared towards bettering of the younger generation through one’s passion in teaching and connecting with the students, he said and hoped that the graduating class today is no doubt looking forward to taking up this challenge.
On learning that MITE is the first institute to have a Placement Cell, he said that this is good because it ensures the students, graduating from this institution, will always get assistance even after their graduation.
Stating that graduation day is not only a proud moment for the students, but it is also a proud moment for the teachers, as well, he said teachers have worked tirelessly, with immense patience and fortitude.
Today is a testament to all their hard work, dedication and sacrifice of their time and energy. They have imparted invaluable knowledge and skills to their students, who will no doubt impart them upon younger generation of the society, he said. (UNI)
