West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh teachers nominated for Global Teacher Prize 2023
India TodayIn a remarkable achievement, two Indian educators, Deep Narayan Nayak, a primary school teacher from West Bengal, and Hari Krishna Patacharu, an English teacher from Andhra Pradesh, have made it to the top 50 shortlist for the 2023 Global Teacher Prize. GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR EXCELLENCE The Global Teacher Prize, a USD 1-million annual award, is organised by the Varkey Foundation in partnership with UNESCO and in collaboration with the UAE-based philanthropic organisation Dubai Cares. ABOUT DEEP NARAYAN NAYAK Deep Narayan Nayak, a teacher at the Tilka Manjhi Adivasi Free Primary School in Jamuria, Asansol, West Bengal, stood out for his innovative teaching methods that have had a transformative impact on underprivileged children facing significant educational and social challenges. GLOBAL PLATFORM FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE The Global Teacher Prize, now in its eighth year, was established to recognise outstanding teachers who have made significant contributions to the profession while highlighting the pivotal role teachers play in society.