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Most Inspiring Tamil Teachers' Award

Most Inspiring Tamil Teachers’ Award 2025

30 August 2025

Overview of the Most Inspiring Tamil Teachers’ Award 2025, recognising exemplary Tamil Language educators for their dedication, innovation, and impact on teaching and learning in Singapore.

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MITT 2025 Awardees

MITT 2025 Winners Information

Media Coverage

  1. MOE Press Release

  2. Tamil Murasu Article 1

  3. Tamil Murasu Article 2

  4. Seithi Mediacorp Article

MITT 2025
MITT 2025

Jointly organised by:
Tamil Murasu (TM)
Singapore Tamil Teachers' Union (STTU)
Tamil Language Learning and Promotion Committee (TLLPC)

Award ceremony date: 30 August 2025
Guest of Honour: Mr Dinesh Vasu Dash
Venue: Umar Pulavar Tamil Language Centre

Overview

The Most Inspiring Tamil Teachers’ Award (MITT) 2025 recognised four Tamil Language teachers for their outstanding contributions to the teaching and learning of the Tamil Language. In addition to the MITT Award recipients, one teacher was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award, while another teacher received the Best National Institute of Education (NIE) Tamil Trainee Teacher Award.

The ceremony celebrated educators whose passion, commitment, and innovative practices continue to nurture students’ love for Tamil and strengthen language learning experiences.

Purpose of the Award

Jointly organised by Tamil Murasu, the Singapore Tamil Teachers’ Union (STTU), and the Tamil Language Learning and Promotion Committee (TLLPC), the MITT Award recognises Tamil Language teachers who demonstrate stellar performance in:

  • Educating students in the Tamil Language

  • Promoting the active use and appreciation of Tamil

  • Leveraging technology creatively to enhance teaching and learning

  • Serving as role models within the teaching fraternity

Each award recipient received a plaque, a certificate of achievement, and a cash grant in recognition of their contributions.

Nomination and Selection Process

All Tamil Language teachers in local mainstream schools were eligible for nomination.
Between February and April 2025, a total of 543 nominations for 180 teachers were received, reflecting strong community support and appreciation for Tamil Language educators.

Award recipients were selected by a panel of judges comprising representatives from:

  • Tamil Murasu

  • Singapore Tamil Teachers’ Union

  • Tamil Language Learning and Promotion Committee

Awardees for MITT 2025

Primary Category

  • Mdm A Gayathree – Jiemin Primary School

  • Mdm Normanisha Sarmani – West View Primary School

Secondary & Pre-University Category

  • Mr Ramasamy Stalin – Bukit View Secondary School

  • Mr Saratkumar Ganasekaran – Queenstown Secondary School

Lifetime Achievement Award

  • Dr Vijayarani d/o Govindasamy – Queenstown Secondary School

Best NIE Tamil Trainee Teacher Award

  • Mr Ibrahim Asharaf Ali – Yishun Town Secondary School

Significance

Since its inception in 2002, the MITT Award has affirmed the contributions of over 200 inspiring Tamil Language educators across primary and secondary schools, junior colleges, and the Millennia Institute. These educators continue to play a vital role in nurturing students’ love for the Tamil Language and advancing quality Tamil Language education in Singapore.

Conclusion

The Most Inspiring Tamil Teachers’ Award 2025 reaffirmed the importance of recognising educators who inspire, innovate, and lead by example. By celebrating excellence and dedication, the award strengthens collective efforts to sustain and advance Tamil Language teaching and learning in Singapore.

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