Giving teachers rightful place in society essential for promotion of education: Speaker Ayaz Sadiq

ISLAMABAD, Oct 04 (EPI):  The Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq called upon the nation to celebrate and appreciate the profound impact that teachers have on individuals and the nation as a whole.

While honoring their remarkable contributions he stated, teachers do not just impart knowledge but also teach and nurture students to become responsible citizens and productive members of the workforce.

“Teachers impart wisdom and instill ethics in their students often amidst challenging circumstances”, he added. The Speaker NA expressed these views on the eve of World Teacher’s Day, which is celebrated annually on October 5th around the globe, under the auspices of the United Nations.

The Speaker emphasized the religious & cultural teachings that underscore the respect and reverence owed to teachers.

He stated, “Teaching is not merely a profession; it is a noble cause.” He further stated that, great ambition & devotion is required to guide the youth in discerning right from wrong and in turn enabling them to make decisions that affect not just their lives, but also the fabric of our nation and the world.

Speaker Sadiq while urging the nation to honour the educators in Pakistan stated, “Giving teachers the rightful place in society is essential for promoting education in the country.”

The Speaker also highlighted the unwavering commitment of Parliament of Pakistan for uplifting and upholding the due respect deserved by teachers and stated that the Parliament is committed to ensure that the teachers across Pakistan are being duly compensated and being given their rightful place in the society.

Deputy Speaker NA Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, in his message, paid rich tribute to teachers and stated, Islam has declared teachers as spiritual parents, therefore, it is incumbent upon us to honour them. While praising the teachers, he said that teachers play a vital role in shaping a civilized society. He further stated that we owe our success to our teachers, who strived for our betterment.

Ends-Exact Press International-Abid Ali Arain