Sundargarh collector turns teacher to assess quality of education
During his visit to PM Shri Kutra Govt CoE (Centre of Excellence) High School, Mohapatra entered a history class taught by Kanha Charan Seth.
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Engaging with the students, he enquired about their knowledge about the freedom movement.
After a brief interaction, Mohapatra took over the class, teaching students about the freedom movement and the world wars for an hour using a smart board.
The collector's impromptu teaching session was not just about imparting knowledge but also about understanding the educational needs of the students. Upon learning about the lack of computers in the school's lab, Mohapatra promptly instructed officials to provide 20 computers.
On Tuesday, Mohapatra said, "I taught the students to assess how they are learning and to gauge their understanding of the subject. It was a fulfilling experience."
Teacher Seth praised the collector's teaching approach. "The way the collector engaged with the students was truly inspiring. It motivated me as a teacher."
Students, too, expressed their enthusiasm. Adesh Lugun, a Class X student, said, "Being taught by the collector was an incredible experience.
It has motivated us to excel in our studies."
The visit was part of a joint grievance session with the SP, accompanied by block and district officials.
Mohapatra, an MBBS graduate from SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack, cleared the IRS and IPS exams before securing 46th rank in the 2017 Civil Services Examination. He served as additional district magistrate during the 2023 Men's Hockey World Cup in Rourkela and Bhubaneswar and held several key positions in the region.
Mohapatra's return as collector of Sundargarh marks a new chapter in his administrative career, with a focus on improving educational standards in the district.
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