The President Mr Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said that new technologies should be an integral part of the curriculum development for all stages of education.

Speaking at a function in New Delhi after presenting National awards to teachers for 2011, Mr Mukherjee said new methods and teaching aids must equip the younger generations to learn more, explore more and contribute more to the society.

The President said, with the Right to Education in position, the country has set itself the goal of Education for All by 2015.

Mr Mukherjee said, the motto should be All for Knowledge and Knowledge for All. He said, education is the true alchemy that can bring India to its next golden age.

The President said, teachers should also give themselves a new orientation and evolve an enhanced institutional capacity. He said, qualified and competent teachers, continuously renewing their capabilities and excellence through research, experimentation and innovation would be the nation's strength.

Mr Mukherjee stressed the first and foremost task to build India of our dreams is to improve the quality of educaiton. He gave away awards to 330 teachers for their outstanding and meritorious contribution in the field of education.

Addressing the function, Human Resource and Development minister Kapil Sibal said, despite its drawbacks Indian education system has produced many reknowned scientists and scholars due to inspirational teachers.

The Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh has said that the empowerment of teachers is key for the educational reform process. Dr. Manmohan Singh greeted the teacher community on the day.

In his message, he said, nation remembers and honours one of the greatest leaders and teachers, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan.

He said, his work, dedication and wisdom continue to inspire us generation after generation. Several functions and programmes have been organised across the country to mark the occasion.