RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday said his government had taken several measures to strengthen the education system and improve learning opportunities for students across the state.
Sai made the remarks while addressing the State-Level Teacher Felicitation Ceremony 2026 at Lok Bhavan in Raipur, attended by Governor Ramen Deka on the occasion of Teachers’ Day.
The chief minister said that after assuming office, the government found a shortage of teachers in several schools and has since worked to address the issue.
“Over the past two-and-a-half years, we have undertaken several initiatives to improve education in Chhattisgarh. After coming to power, we found a shortage of teachers in many schools. Today, there is no school in the state without teachers,” Sai said.
He said the state had also implemented the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which focuses on imparting education based on values and skills while creating better employment opportunities for students.
According to Sai, the policy would help equip students with value-based, skill-oriented and employment-focused education, preparing them for the changing requirements of the future.
The chief minister also paid tribute to former President and Bharat Ratna awardee Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, whose birth anniversary is observed as Teachers’ Day across the country.
In a post on X, Sai extended his greetings to teachers in the state and recalled Radhakrishnan’s contribution to education and public life.
“The contribution of teachers in nation-building through education and giving new direction to society is unparalleled. Your knowledge, guidance, and values are the strong foundation of a bright future for the coming generations,” he said.
Teachers’ Day is observed every year on September 5 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Radhakrishnan, a philosopher, scholar and former President who made a lasting contribution to education.
The chief minister said teachers play a vital role in shaping society and guiding future generations through knowledge, values and education.