India celebrates National Teachers' Day every year on September 5 on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

As a tribute to the first Vice-President and the second President of India, the country commemorates the great philosopher, scholar and educationist on this day.

• Teachers' Day is celebrated on different dates across the globe. Meanwhile, World Teachers' Day is celebrated on October 5.
• The day is dedicated to our mentors who transform, shape, mould, and enrich young human beings to become better people and face life obstacles.
• The day is celebrated across the country enthusiastically by students who present their teachers with flowers, gifts cards and organise events to honour their mentors.