STAR Education honours Leiyami Tontanga for exemplary service in Education

14-Mar-2023

STAR Education, the transformative education program led by the Chief Minister presented an "Exemplary Service in Education" Award to Leiyami Tontanga, STAR Teacher from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Awasiya Vidyalaya, Heinoukhong among other admirable women

The award was presented during the "Women of Substance" Award 2023 programme by ETA; Northeast Women's Network held on March 12, 2023 at Imphal Hotel as a part of International Women's Day celebration, said a press release by STAR Education

Leiyami Tontanga has been an educator for almost 10 years working strongly towards moulding children for their bright future.

STAR Education team participated in the event to support the cause and promote gender equity.

The program will also dedicate the month of March to women educators in the efforts to promote gender equity in education

Speaking at the event, Amrita Thingujam, Managing Director of STAR Education said, "At STAR Education Manipur, we firmly believe that education is a powerful tool for empowering women and girls

We are committed to providing quality education to young women, equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to pursue their dreams and build successful careers."

It may be noted that STAR Education is a part of CM's School Fagathansi Mission under Government of Manipur to transform the education system of the State through excellence in teaching and learning in classrooms