Program Details:

4:00 PM - 4:05 PM: Sarasvati Vandana

4:05 PM - 4:10 PM: Lamp Lighting Ceremony

4:10 PM - 4:15 PM: Tribute to Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

4:15 PM - 4:25 PM: Address by Director, IIT Jodhpur, Professor Avinash Kumar Agarwal

4:25 PM - 4:30 PM: Introduction of a Unique Initiative , A brief video presentation introducing a new initiative to teach B.Tech. first-year courses in conversational (non-English) languages, making learning more accessible and engaging for students.

4:30 PM - 4:35 PM: Launch of the Centre for Continuing Education Website Dr. Avinash Sharma, PIC, CCE, will brief the audience on the activities of the Centre for Continuing Education.

4:35 PM - 4:40 PM: Presentation by Vandana Sharma, Teaching Innovation Awardee

4:40 PM - 4:45 PM: Teaching Excellence Awards Ceremony

4:45 PM - 4:55 PM: Address by the Guest of Honour, Dr. O. P. Yadav, Director, ICAR-CAZRI, Jodhpur

4:55 PM - 5:15 PM: Presentation of Distinguished Teacher Awards and Acceptance Speech

5:15 PM - 5:25 PM: Address by the Guest of Honour, Shri Narendra Goliya, Chairman and Managing Director, Rishabh Instruments Ltd. and Ivaan Foundation

5:25 PM - 5:40 PM: Address by the Honourable Chief Guest, Prof. K. L. Srivastava, Vice Chancellor, JNVU

5:40 PM - 5:45 PM: Felicitation of the Chief Guest and Guests of Honor

5:45 PM - 5:50 PM: Vote of Thanks

Teacher's Day 2024 was a memorable event at IIT Jodhpur, held on 5th September 2024. The day was dedicated to honouring and appreciating the dedication and hard work of our teachers. The celebration included a series of activities at Jodhpur Club and followed by cultural activities at LHC 110.

Event Highlights

1. Opening Ceremony at Jodhpur Club auditorium

   • The celebration began with a Saraswati Vandana by student followed by lamp lighting in the auditorium, attended by students, Faculty, and staff members.

   • Prof. Avinash Kumar Agarwal, Director delivered an inspiring speech highlighting the significance of teachers in nurturing young minds and fostering a learning environment.

   • He highlighted the inauguration of Rishabh Centre for Research and Innovation in the Institute to conduct and promote the basic research, start-ups in area of clean & green technology. This initiative aligns with the broader goals of the institute in fostering innovations.

   • Shri Narendra Goliya, Chairman and Managing Director of Risabh Instruments Ltd. also announced to constitute 2 chairs, 1st ever from a private endowment at the Institute.

   • IIT Jodhpur established cutting edge laboratories,

   • The institute on 2nd September welcomed the 1st batch of Integrated teachers’ education programme (ITEP), a 4-year BSc- B.Ed. program, started at IIT Jodhpur. This is a unique Jodhpur Model for teacher education. This model is designed to blend the best practices of stem education for the 2nd stage with insight on Guru Shishya Parampara, this will make education more inclusive.

2. Student Speech on Dr. S. Radhakrishnan

o    Student delivered speech expressing their gratitude to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan

3. Award Ceremony

   • An award ceremony was held to recognize outstanding teachers for their exceptional contributions. Categories included Teaching Excellence Awards followed by Distinguished Teacher Awards and Acceptance Speech by the Distinguished Teacher Award Winners.

   • Winners received personalized awards and were celebrated with an ovation. Each award was presented with a certificate and a plaque.

4. Speech by the Chief Guests and Guests of Honours:

   • Chief Guest Prof. K. L. Srivastava, Vice-Chancellor, JNVU, and guests of honours shared their experiences with the audience on this auspicious occasion.

5. Cultural Performances and Interactive Activities at LHC 110

   • Students presented various cultural performances at LHC 110 from 07: 00 pm onwards, including musical renditions, and dance performances. These performances were centred around themes of appreciation and respect for teachers.

   • Notable acts included a heart-warming dance and melodious song performance by the student groups.

   • The event included interactive activities where students engaged in teacher-themed quizzes.

6.   Special Dinner:

5. • A special dinner was organized for the teachers, featuring a gourmet menu. This provided an opportunity for faculties to relax and socialize.