Picture: Instagram/ Rouble Nagi NEW DELHI: Indian teacher and activist Rouble Nagi was awarded the Global Teacher Prize on Thursday in Dubai, for helping children who have never attended school begin structured learning.Nagi’s foundation has set up more than 800 learning centres across India and also supports children who are already enrolled in school.Apart from learning centres, Nagi has painted educational murals across slum areas. These murals teach subjects such as literacy, science, mathematics and history, making learning more accessible to children in underserved communities.Rouble travels across India and works directly with children at the learning centres. She also mentors the teachers who run these centres. So far, she has recruited and trained more than 600 volunteer and paid educators. Her approach focuses on reaching children based on their academic level and social and economic background. Many of her classrooms operate in difficult conditions, where children face poverty, child labour, early marriage, irregular attendance, and lack of basic facilities. To address this, Rouble has introduced flexible schedules for working children, practical learning using recycled materials, and skill-based lessons that families find useful.Nagi said she planned to use the $1 million prize money to build an institute that will offer free vocational training to students.She is the 10th recipient of the Global Teacher Prize, which was launched in 2015. Previous winners include a teacher from Kenya who donated most of his salary to help poor students, a Palestinian teacher who promoted non-violence in classrooms, and a Canadian educator who taught students in a remote Arctic village. Last year’s winner was Saudi educator Mansour al-Mansour, recognised for his work with disadvantaged communities.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRajya Sabha Explodes As Nadda, Mallikarjun Kharge Trade Barbs Over Rahul Gandhi, ‘Gag’ On OppositionArt of the deal: How India turned from Maharaja of tariffs to king of dealsIndia And US Close In On Trade Deal, Union Minister Piyush Goyal Says Signing Likely By Mid-MarchMumbai-Pune Expressway Nightmare Ends After 32 Hours Exposing Gaps In Emergency ResponseLok Sabha Passes President’s Address Without PM’s Reply For The First Time Since 2004 Amid StandoffIndia Can Wait Out Trump: Ajit Doval Warned Marco Rubio Against Bullying On Trade Deal, Says ReportIndia’s AI Rise Gets Global Push As UN Chief Praises Leadership, Nvidia CEO Predicts Job Surge’No Fixed Timeline Yet’: Jaishankar Clears Air About The Process Behind India-US Trade Negotiations’India Will Decide…’: Russia Backs Delhi After US Claims PM Modi Agreed To Stop Buying Russian OilEAM Jaishankar, Marco Rubio Underscore De-Risking Supply Chains At US Critical Minerals Meet123PhotostoriesExclusive photos that will shock you: Gas tanker crash chokes Pune–Mumbai expressway for 32 hours7 animals with the strangest and weirdest eyes in the animal kingdom10 things to buy from Surajkund International Crafts Mela this year32 hours, 30,000+ trucks, ambulances frozen, families sleeping in cars: Mega Pune-Mumbai Expressway jam explainedTop 7 real estate hotspots in Greater Noida in 20266 ultra-luxury cars for women who value style and power5 costly mistakes to avoid when purchasing your first homeThe 50: From an ugly clash between Rajat Dalal and Prince Narula to Elvish Yadav’s friend Archit Kaushik physically attacking Maxtern: Highlights from the episode5 best ways to cook broccoli for maximum health benefits7 flower seeds to sow in February for a colourful garden all season123Hot PicksBudget 2026Gold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingNBA Trade NewsMLB Trade RumorsCardi BKayla NicoleLindsey Vonn ACL InjuryCooper DeJeanTom BradyDenver Nuggets vs Detroit PistonsWho is Mickey Lolich WifeMickey Lolich Passes Away
NEW DELHI: Indian teacher and activist Rouble Nagi was awarded the Global Teacher Prize on Thursday in Dubai, for helping children who have never attended school begin structured learning.Nagi’s foundation has set up more than 800 learning centres across India and also supports children who are already enrolled in school.Apart from learning centres, Nagi has painted educational murals across slum areas. These murals teach subjects such as literacy, science, mathematics and history, making learning more accessible to children in underserved communities.Rouble travels across India and works directly with children at the learning centres. She also mentors the teachers who run these centres. So far, she has recruited and trained more than 600 volunteer and paid educators. Her approach focuses on reaching children based on their academic level and social and economic background. Many of her classrooms operate in difficult conditions, where children face poverty, child labour, early marriage, irregular attendance, and lack of basic facilities. To address this, Rouble has introduced flexible schedules for working children, practical learning using recycled materials, and skill-based lessons that families find useful.Nagi said she planned to use the $1 million prize money to build an institute that will offer free vocational training to students.She is the 10th recipient of the Global Teacher Prize, which was launched in 2015. Previous winners include a teacher from Kenya who donated most of his salary to help poor students, a Palestinian teacher who promoted non-violence in classrooms, and a Canadian educator who taught students in a remote Arctic village. Last year’s winner was Saudi educator Mansour al-Mansour, recognised for his work with disadvantaged communities.
