J&K’s Rouble Nagi makes it to Top 10 Finalists for Global Teacher Prize 2026

STC NEWS MONITORING DESK
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 15 (STC): Jammu & Kashmir takes immense pride as Rouble Nagi, a daughter of the soil, has been selected among the Top 10 finalists for the prestigious Global Teacher Prize 2026. This global recognition celebrates exceptional educators who have made a transformative impact on society through education.
Rouble Nagi, hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, has dedicated her life to inclusive education and grassroots empowerment. Her work extends far beyond the region—across India’s urban slums and remote villages—where she has established education centres, created access to learning for underprivileged children, and enabled women to become self-reliant through education and skill development.
Known for her unwavering commitment to equity & equality in education, Nagi’s initiatives have reached more than a million children and women, reinforcing the belief that education is not a privilege but a fundamental right. Her work stands as a powerful example of how local action can create national—and global—impact.
The Global Teacher Prize is organised by the Varkey Foundation, in partnership with UNESCO, and is regarded as one of the highest honours in the field of education worldwide. The award ceremony for the 2026 edition will be held in Dubai.
As Rouble Nagi represents Jammu & Kashmir and India on this global platform, her achievement is a moment of collective pride for the region and the nation. A true daughter of the soil, her journey reaffirms that dedication, compassion, and education can change lives and shape a more just future.
We salute her achievements and wish her continued success as she carries the spirit of Jammu & Kashmir to the world.
As she advances on this global stage, the nation watches with hope and pride. There is a strong sense of optimism across the country that this extraordinary body of work rooted in compassion, scale, and sustained impact, will be recognised with the highest honour. Her contribution to education and women’s empowerment stands unparalleled, making her a formidable contender for the global title.
(Straight Talk Communications)