FROM THE DIRECTOR'S DESK
Dear Parents
The purpose of education is to make good human beings with skill and expertise. Enlightened human beings can be created by teachers.

(A.P.J Abdul Kalam)

Sri Sathya Sai Baba once said, “Education is for life, not merely for living.” However, in today’s world, this ideology seems distant. Education has become more about securing a livelihood rather than nurturing life itself. While we acknowledge the crucial role education plays in shaping individuals, the current curriculum demands a complete overhaul. In the relentless pursuit of academic success, we have forgotten that the true goal of education is to build strong character, which in turn strengthens the nation.
We often witness paradoxical situations—an M.Sc. in Physics relying on an electrician to fix a fuse or an M.A. in English struggling to draft a simple application. This reflects the limitations of our outdated education system, which continues to promote a clerical mindset rather than fostering independent thinking and practical skills. Instead of being a tool for transformation, education has become a mere channel for passing information. In other words, it has turned artificial rather than heartifical.
It is time to redesign our education system so that we do not merely produce mechanical individuals devoid of human values. Students must be introduced to the uniqueness of Indian culture, value systems, and karma theory from an early age. Education should emphasize the principles of unity, social harmony, and ethical living. As we race forward in a fast-paced world, we often forget a simple truth—today, we are a family, but tomorrow, our children will create their own families, forming the society of the future. If we fail to instill core values in them today, we ourselves may suffer the consequences tomorrow.
To build a morally strong society, we must teach our children three fundamental values:
1. Love for God – Fostering spirituality and gratitude. 2. Fear of Sin – Encouraging integrity and righteousness. 3. Respect for the Law – Developing responsible citizenship.
Beyond academics, we must nurture compassion in young minds. Instead of merely telling children about suffering, let them experience the realities of life by visiting slums, orphanages, and old-age homes. This will instill empathy and social responsibility in them.
India has a rich tradition of revering nature, yet we fail to embed this respect in our early education. Instead of blindly following Western educational models, we must integrate value-based learning alongside modern advancements. Ironically, the Western world has already acknowledged the richness of our culture, while we continue to drift away from it.
Rather than focusing solely on making our children great, we must first strive to make them good. Education should be a seamless blend of modernity and tradition, fostering ethics in harmony with progress. If we, as educators and facilitators, do not take responsibility for guiding the younger generation, the day is not far when they will achieve success abroad while using their motherland merely as a stepping stone for personal growth.
To shape well-rounded individuals, we must instill in them the 5D’s:
Devotion – Commitment to a noble cause. Discrimination – Ability to distinguish right from wrong. Discipline – Self-regulation and ethical conduct. Determination – Perseverance in adversity. Duty – Responsibility towards society and the nation.
Moreover, we must cultivate deep respect for teachers, as their guidance leaves a lasting impact on young minds. The teaching community must rise to the challenge and inspire students to adopt the 4F’s in life:
1. Follow the Master – Adhere to ethical principles. 2. Face the Devil – Confront personal and societal evils. 3. Fight Till the End – Persevere in the face of challenges. 4. Finish the Game – See responsibilities through to completion.
It is our collective responsibility to nurture individuals who are not just knowledgeable but also compassionate, ethical, and patriotic. Only then can we build a New Bharat that stands strong in values, culture, and progress.

(Bharat B.Gupta)