We have a bright, innovative light amongst us. She believes passionately that if you do the best, you can trust in the fact that hard work never goes unrewarded….

Interview with Indu Sharma, Principal of Akal Academy Ajitsar, Ratia, (Haryana)

Why did you go into teaching?

My father was in the Education Core in the army. My brother is an engineer in CPWD and is also a very good teacher. I think teaching is in my blood and I am passionate about teaching. I was selected in NEPC airlines in 1995 but I left the job and went for the work, I liked from the heart.

Who is your inspiration?

It is my father, who guided me that there are so many professions where you can earn a lot of money but if you want to learn and earn real satisfaction then you must join the teaching profession. And you must join the Akal Academy.

Are there any subjects you have a special passion for?

I have a special passion for English, especially poetry, which really touches me. I feel very emotional when I read poetry.

What are your hobbies?

Reading books and watching the Geographical Channel.

Is any hobby helpful in your work?

Yes, reading keeps my knowledge up to date. It helps me to broaden my thoughts and knowledge about the world, writers, new concepts and techniques that are evolving in various fields. Reading opens a world that exposes one to the latest thoughts from innovative writers.

What, at present, do you feel are the problems in education?

Ignorance in what is possible by the sheer power of education. There is a lack of motivation to understand the moves in education among teachers, students and parents. Sometimes culturally there is a lack of desire to change as new techniques in education emerge.

But principally it is hard work, honesty, dedication towards work that will make all the difference. I apply these principles to my life and, of course, it is God, who gives me this spirit to always be honest to my work, people around me and the role I work in. These are the Sanskars that I got from my parents and family. I am always helped by them whenever I need their help. I am always indebted to them. I believe that everyone should have love in their lives and a positive attitude, be hopeful and learn to say sorry. These are some of the important things which help a person to get respect and success in life. It always remains in my heart that ‘hard work never goes unrewarded and one day or the other it gets attention…'

                                I would like to share with everyone a motto that keeps me going:

“Do your best, leave the rest.
It will all come right
One day or the night”

Many thanks Indu for a really enlightening interview.