A Token of appreciation ceremony was organized at the SUM College of Teacher Education Auditorium on 14 January 2026 to honor Mr. Balakrishnan Payyaratta, Mathematics Teacher, on being awarded the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from VELS University, Chennai.
On this proud occasion, the management, teachers, and students of SUM College of Teacher Education collectively expressed their appreciation and gratitude by presenting a token of appreciation to Dr. Balakrishnan P, acknowledging his academic achievement and dedication to the field of education.
The programme began with a warm welcome address by Dr. C. V. Jayasree, who highlighted the significance of higher academic pursuits among teachers and congratulated Dr. Balakrishnan on his remarkable achievement.
The felicitation ceremony was presided over by Mr. Ahammed Kutty Master, Manager, SUMCTE. The following dignitaries and faculty members delivered felicitations, appreciating Dr. Balakrishnan’s commitment, perseverance, and contribution to mathematics education:
- Mr. Ahammed Kutty Master, Manager, SUMCTE
- Abdulla Master, Secretary, SUM
- Mr. Divakaran P. E.
- Dr. Krishnakumar E. P.
- Mr. George Joseph
- Mr. Suneesh K.
- Ms. Praseetha P.
- Mr. Abhinand K.
Each speaker emphasized the importance of academic excellence and described Dr. Balakrishnan’s achievement as a source of inspiration for teachers and students alike.
The event was marked by an atmosphere of warmth, pride, and mutual appreciation, reflecting the strong academic culture of the institution. The presence and participation of teachers and students made the programme lively and meaningful.
As part of the celebration, sweets were distributed to all attendees, adding joy to the occasion and symbolizing the collective happiness of the institution.
The felicitation ceremony concluded on a positive note, reinforcing the value of research, dedication, and lifelong learning among educators. The event was a memorable and motivating moment for the entire SUM College of Teacher Education community. Dr.Balakrishan Payyaratta shared his memory during the time of doing P.hd.