Lieutenant Colonel A. Sekhar is an educationist and institutional leader with experience across the armed forces and the education sector. The South India Educator’s Summit 2026 introduction describes him as a postgraduate in Chemistry and English who has held leadership roles in military and civilian educational institutions, served as an instructor at the Indian Military Academy, and worked with several prominent education organisations. His career has given him experience in administration, institutional development, and academic leadership.
He participated in the panel Teacher Recruitment and Retention: The Biggest Roadblock in School Growth, where he raised the issue of the gap between the expectations schools have of teachers and the support they provide in return. He challenged institutions to consider whether they can expect excellent teaching without offering fair compensation and a supportive working environment.
Sekhar’s observations extended beyond salary. The discussion considered how appreciation, professional development, empathy, and leadership practices influence whether teachers choose to remain at a school. Teachers need to feel that their work is recognised and that they have opportunities to improve rather than being criticised without support.
He also highlighted the changing demands of the teaching profession. Educators are expected to adapt to new pedagogical methods and technology while continuing to manage the responsibilities of classroom teaching. These challenges underline the importance of the issues surrounding teacher welfare and professional development that EducationNewsNetwork brings into focus through its coverage of the education sector.
His contribution brought a candid management perspective to the conversation. It encouraged school leaders to examine their own responsibilities in building stable teaching teams and to recognise that retaining good educators requires more than finding suitable candidates. It requires fair treatment, professional respect, and a culture that supports teachers’ development.
Lieutenant Colonel A. Sekhar is the CEO of Indirapuram Group of Institutions and a panelist at the education event.
He serves as CEO, overseeing the institution’s leadership and organisational development.
Strong leadership helps establish strategic goals, support educators, improve institutional practices, and promote student development.
A panelist brings professional perspectives to discussions and contributes ideas on educational challenges, leadership, and emerging opportunities.
Educational leaders can encourage innovation, strengthen academic practices, support teachers, and adapt learning environments to students’ evolving needs.
