President Mr.Pranabh Mukherjee today conferred National Teachers Awards to 330 teachers. The awards were given at an impressive function in New Delhi. These awards are being given to teachers every year for their outstanding and meritorious contribution to the field of education. The Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh has said that the empowerment of teachers is key for the educational reform process. Dr. Manmohan Singh has 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. .