This refers to the article “How to teach our teachers” ( Business Line , November 14). It rightly said that educational institutions remember children on Children's day, calling them future leaders of India and role models. But the very next day, things are routine. Without conceptual clarity, children can't gain knowledge. It's a mere waste of time, both for the teachers and the taught, and, of course, even of the financial resources. Undoubtedly, the teacher is the main source of inspiration for students. They have the power to mould children, and make them successful in their lives.

But the article said that, at present, top-notch teachers aren't easily available. Due to poor salaries and career growth in the teaching profession, most talented youngsters don't prefer taking up teaching as a profession.

Hence, modern teachers don't show much commitment in their profession. Teachers must embrace teaching as a profession, and not as a job. If they are sincere and committed, the question of how to teach our teachers will never arise.

Srinivas Vissapragada

Vijayawada

Professional record

Can the writer of “Why private airlines deserve a bailout” ( Business Line , November 15) explain how Indigo Airlines is making money, with a fantastic “on-time” record and excellent cabin services?

Presumably, the professionals are allowed to run the show, the promoter doesn't select the pilots and air-hostesses himself, he doesn't ferry planeloads of MPs to exotic destinations to watch cricket matches.

Why should taxpayers' money be squandered for badly-managed businesses, and to fund the extravagant lifestyles of some individualsin our country?

Anil Kumar

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