Teacher awarded for work in Tamil education

By the Editorial Team · Saturday, September 26, 2026

Dr. Gomathy Sankaran, a Tamil school teacher with 30 years of experience, was awarded the Thagaimai (Excellence) award along with RM10,000 for her contributions to Tamil education in Malaysia. This honor highlights the ongoing efforts by Malaysian educational organizations to strengthen Tamil language instruction through committed educators.

Dr. Gomathy Sankaran, a veteran Tamil school teacher from SJK (T) Kangkar Pulai, has been recognised for her significant contributions to Tamil education in Malaysia. With a teaching career spanning three decades, Dr. Gomathy has played a pivotal role in the development of Tamil schools and the academic growth of her students.

In acknowledgment of her dedication, she was presented with the Thagaimai (Excellence) award, accompanied by a cash prize of RM10,000. The award was bestowed during the Tamil Education Recognition Awards 2026 ceremony, an event organised collaboratively by the Tamil Foundation Malaysia, the Persatuan Guru Besar SJK(T) Malaysia, Vanakkam Malaysia, and the National Land Co-operative Society.

Dr. Gomathy attributed much of her motivation and success to the unwavering love and support from her mother and late father. Her recognition reflects a broader commitment within the Malaysian educational community to uphold and enhance Tamil language education through dedicated service and leadership.

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