Motivational Session on Teaching Values Held by IQAC on March 13
Key Points:
- Chennai motivator C.K.V. Raman addresses B.Ed students at DBMS College
- Session stresses teacher’s role in shaping society and future generations
- Sanskrit shlokas, Gita verse and Chanakya Niti cited to explain knowledge’s worth
JAMSHEDPUR — The IQAC of DBMS College of Education organised a motivational session for B.Ed students on March 13, featuring renowned Chennai-based speaker C.K.V. Raman as the lead voice.
Raman opened his address by expressing deep reverence for the teaching profession. He acknowledged the immense responsibility that comes with being an educator.
He reminded the audience of the true meaning of the word “guru.” He said a guru is one who dispels the darkness of ignorance and leads others towards knowledge and enlightenment.
At the DBMS College of Education, Raman cited several Sanskrit shlokas to explain a teacher’s significance. He said a teacher expands the horizons of a student’s vision, much like kajal broadens the eyes.
He quoted verse 38 from the fourth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. On the other hand, he explained that knowledge cannot be compared to a kingdom. A king is revered only within his realm. However, a scholar is honoured everywhere.
Raman also drew from Chanakya Niti and the Yaksha-Yudhishthira dialogue. He used these ancient texts to explain the supreme value of learning and the learner’s role.
He said knowledge is a wealth unlike any other. It cannot be stolen by a thief, seized by a king or divided among brothers. Moreover, this wealth only grows with time.
The session highlighted that the greatest gift a teacher can give is knowledge — a treasure that stays with students for a lifetime. The motivational session also stressed the importance of maintaining a balanced and thoughtful mindset while fulfilling a teacher’s duties.
Students came away with a deeper understanding of the dignity of the teaching profession and the value of continuous learning. Raman also answered questions from the B.Ed students during the interactive session.
The programme was aimed at inspiring aspiring teachers to grow not only as educators but also as better human beings. It encouraged them to become more compassionate, responsible and effective in serving both students and society.
College patron Bhanumati Neelakanthan, president Dr B. Chandrasekhar, secretary Sripriya Dharmarajan and joint secretary Sudha Dilip were present on the occasion. Principal Dr Juhi Samarpita, vice-principal Dr Monika Uppal, along with all teaching staff and employees, also attended the DBMS College event.
The DBMS College of Education has been regularly organising academic and motivational events for its students. Earlier programmes have included an international conference and Hindi Diwas celebrations at the institution.
