As part of its Teachers’ Day celebrations, VELS organised a series of Teachers’ Excellence Award ceremonies across its Thiruvanmiyur, Periyapalayam and Pallavaram campuses in Chennai. The events recognised thousands of educators for their dedication, commitment and sustained efforts in guiding students.
The series began at the VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus, where Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan attended as the Chief Guest. The second edition was held at the VELS Periyapalayam Campus, with Dr. Sowmiya Anbumani, Member of the Legislative Assembly, Dharmapuri Constituency, as the Chief Guest. The celebrations concluded at the VELS Pallavaram Campus, where Tmt. Premalatha Vijayakant, Member of the Legislative Assembly, Virudhachalam Constituency and General Secretary, Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam, attended as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice-President, VELS Group of Institutions, highlighted the role of teachers in shaping individuals and society.
“Teachers work tirelessly for their students, often without expecting recognition or praise. Their contribution goes far beyond the classroom. They guide students, build their confidence, shape their character and help them find the right direction in life.
Our culture has always placed teachers in a position of great respect through the timeless words ‘Matha, Pitha, Guru, Deivam.’ The teaching profession is unique because it creates and nurtures every other profession. Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur, administrator and professional begins the journey with a teacher.
Through the VELS Teachers’ Excellence Award, we wish to express our gratitude and recognise educators whose dedication continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of their students,” she said.
Speaking as the Chief Guest at the Pallavaram ceremony, Tmt. Premalatha Vijayakant emphasised the responsibility of teachers in guiding students and recalled the teacher who influenced her own journey.
“Teachers have the responsibility of guiding students in the right direction. Education is one of the most important foundations of a person’s life. Captain Vijayakant strongly believed in the importance of education and supported thousands of students in pursuing their studies.
Behind every successful student, there is the contribution of a teacher. I still remember my teacher Mr. Loganathan, who moulded me and helped me become the person I am today. He is no more, but I continue to remember him with gratitude. I owe a part of all my success to the teacher who guided and shaped me during my formative years,” she said.
She also encouraged students to participate actively in sports and extracurricular activities, highlighting their role in building confidence, discipline and teamwork.
Congratulating the award recipients, Tmt. Premalatha Vijayakant appreciated the contribution of teachers to society and extended her best wishes to the teaching community.
The Pallavaram event was attended by Dr. Arthi Ganesh, Pro-Chancellor (Administration); Dr. M. Bhaskaran, Vice-Chancellor (FAC); Dr. M. Chandrasekaran, Registrar, along with university officials, educators and award recipients.
VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS) continues to be recognised as one of the prominent deemed-to-be universities in Chennai, distinguished by its prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation and UGC Category-I status. The university is home to over 20,000 students and has a dedicated faculty strength of 1,220 members.
VISTAS offers more than 150 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Management, Law, Mass Communication, Maritime Studies, Aviation, Physiotherapy and Computing Sciences, among others.
With its commitment to academic excellence, innovation and holistic development, VISTAS remains a premier destination for quality higher education in India. Its campuses across Pallavaram, Thalambur, Periyapalayam, Thiruvanmiyur and Adyar provide students with opportunities to pursue academic learning alongside research, innovation, industry engagement, sports, cultural activities and experiential learning.
The VELS Teachers’ Excellence Award 2026 thus brought together educators across Tamil Nadu to recognise their contribution to students, institutions and society, with ceremonies held across the university’s Chennai campuses.
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