- Omkumari Patel and Aarti Sahu make education effective through innovation and community participation
- Children’s success considered the greatest achievement, educational level increased by connecting mothers with schools
Two teachers from the district, Mrs. Omkumari Patel and Mrs. Aarti Sahu, have been selected for the state-level Teachers’ Honor on the occasion of Teachers’ Day. Their honor was announced in the year 2025 for their remarkable work in the field of education in the fields of innovation, activity-based teaching, all-round development of students, and community participation. Both teachers will be honored by the Governor on the occasion of Teachers’ Day on September 5, 2026. Both teachers are currently posted at the Government Primary School, Semra, Development Block Pusaur.
- Mrs. Omkumari Patel’s teaching journey is an example of innovation and dedication.
Mrs. Omkumari Patel began her career as a teacher on June 27, 2009. Her first posting was at Primary School Hirin, Sarangarh. Despite limited resources, she strived to develop children’s interest in learning, self-confidence, and creativity through activity-based learning, teaching-learning materials, and innovative teaching methods. After transferring to Government Primary School Shankarpali, Pusaur, in 2013, she gave new direction to quality education, community participation, and innovation. Under her guidance, student Nikhil Sahu was selected for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in the 2019-20 session. Even during the challenging times of COVID-19, she continued children’s education through online and offline mediums, connecting students to digital education. In 2020, she was honored with the “Shikshadoot Award” for her outstanding and innovative work in the field of education. Considering school development a social responsibility, she collaborated with the community to implement various initiatives, including green campuses, cleanliness drives, and school improvements. She also provided educational materials to needy students. She also played a key role in ensuring continuity in children’s education by engaging the community amid challenges like migration in rural areas. Mrs. Omkumari Patel is currently posted as an assistant teacher at the Government Primary School, Semra, in the Pusaur development block.
- Aarti Sahu improved children’s education by connecting mothers with schools.
Mrs. Aarti Sahu began her career as a teacher on June 30, 2009. Possessing a Master’s degree in Commerce, Chhattisgarhi Language, B.Ed., and the Central Teacher Eligibility Test, Mrs. Sahu currently serves as an assistant teacher at the Government Primary School, Semra. She provides children with an engaging and innovative education through educational activities, teaching-learning materials, and various creative activities. She also prepares students for competitive examinations such as the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya and Eklavya Vidyalayas. She focuses on the holistic development of children through sports, yoga, hygiene, moral education, and cultural programs. Among her key initiatives, “Mother-Oriented Work” is notable. She believes that a teacher’s greatest achievement is their successful students, and that mothers play a crucial role in their children’s success. With this vision, she created a door-to-door learning corner and connected mothers with various school activities.
Mothers were involved in activities such as storytelling, creating teaching materials, celebrating local festivals, and summer camps. This resulted in increased mothers’ active participation in their children’s education and improved their academic performance. Additionally, children are also being connected to vocational education through summer camps every year. The goal of both teachers is to provide children with engaging and innovative education, fostering their all-round development. This honor, presented by the Governor on Teachers’ Day, will not only recognize the dedication and innovation of both teachers but will also be a matter of pride for the Raigarh district.
