I Do Acknowledge!

I Do Acknowledge 

The great contribution of Sri P.P. Tripathi, our English Language teacher 

Who used to teach us in Class VI Way back in the late 80s in K.V. ARC, DOOM DOOMA (ASSAM). 

I still remember...

His extra guidance

Regarding TENSES during the tiffin break. 

As I was 

One of the most obedient, sober, simple and down-to-earth students In my class, 

All the teachers used to

Love and care for me 

In a very special way. 

And I really appreciate 

Their selfless teaching 

In those days...

Sir Tripathi used to teach us 

In a very elaborate manner. 

He had a unique style of explanation. 

His method of storytelling 

Was superb! 

Whenever he used to explain

A fiction or a poem, 

I happened to divulge deep 

Into the ocean of undisturbed and Focused thought processes! 

Of course, he used to make us 

Feel at home in our classroom; There was no urgency in taking 

A short break to go to the urinal 

Or lavatory, especially during his period.

Those were the days, 

When I used to feel enthusiastic And energetic to reach school on foot 

From my father's official quarter.

Incomparable to today's students' Extra dependence on private vehicles, 

I happened to enjoy my walk 

From our quarter to school.

Sir Tripathi was also quite strict 

as a teacher 

When it required to be extra cautious 

Regarding students' discipline and punctuality. 

Once I had childishly said 'No' 

to him 

When I was in Class VIII 

While he ordered me to fetch him

A chair outside, on the ground during recess. 

I was canned once 

For disobeying him unknowingly. But I am preserving his punishment As my matchless award to date.

Today I am a SIKSHAK KARYAKARTA of VIVEKANANDA KENDRA VIDYALAYA, DHEMAJI (ASSAM). 

I contribute my 'SEVA' as an English Language Teacher 

With apt attention and sincerity.

It is evident that 

No one is perfect in this world, 

Yet I try my best 

To follow up on his valuable words, 

As he is still my 'Guru'. 

I am sure, he must have retired From his service. 

Though I have 

No contact with him to date, 

Yet my utmost prayers are 

Always there for him. 

I do believe wherever he may be today, 

May he remain safe and happy. 

Last but not least, 

I offer my 'PRANAM' to him.

I just want to salute him 

And say, "I remain ever grateful

To you, Dear Sir.

Whatever I am today 

Is only because of your Extraordinary mentoring and honest monitoring."