Sachin Tendulkar Pays Tribute to ‘First Teacher’ Father Ramesh With Medical Fellowship Announcement on Teachers’ Day 2026

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar today, on Teachers' Day, unveiled the 'Professor Ramesh Tendulkar Memorial Fellowship' in a heartfelt gesture honouring his late father, Professor Ramesh Tendulkar. The fellowship aims to nurture young doctors specialising in cleft and craniofacial care, continuing the legacy of his father whom Sachin often referred to as his 'first teacher'. AB de Villiers 'Reveals' Why He Picked Virat Kohli Over Sachin Tendulkar As Better Test Batsman.

Sachin Tendulkar Pays Tribute to his Father Ramesh Tendulkar

A Tribute to a Guiding Light

Taking to social media, Tendulkar reflected on the profound influence his father, a renowned writer, poet, and professor, had on his life and career. He emphasised that his journey didn't begin on a cricket ground but at home, where his father instilled crucial values and recognised his passion for cricket long before the world did. "When I think about the people who shaped my journey, I do not begin with a cricket ground or a coach. I begin at home," Tendulkar shared.

Professor Ramesh Tendulkar was instrumental in shaping Sachin's character, teaching him lessons of honesty, integrity, and perseverance. Sachin recalled his father's timeless advice: "Failure is okay, but cheating is not. Never take shortcuts". He highlighted how his father never dictated his path but instead provided the freedom and support to discover his own potential, a quality Sachin considers the hallmark of a great teacher.

Nurturing Future Medical Professionals

The newly launched 'Professor Ramesh Tendulkar Memorial Fellowship' is a testament to this philosophy, designed to empower young medical professionals. The initiative focuses specifically on specialisation in cleft and craniofacial care, addressing a critical need in healthcare. The fellowship has been established in partnership with the Inga Health Foundation, reinforcing a shared commitment to improving healthcare access and outcomes. The aim is to support one MD each year to specialise in this field in Srinagar. Brett Lee Names Jacques Kallis Cricket’s GOAT, Calls Sachin Tendulkar ‘Best Batter’ (Watch Video).

This initiative aligns with the broader vision of the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation, co-founded by Sachin and Dr. Anjali Tendulkar in 2019, which is dedicated to empowering underprivileged children through sports, health, and education. The Foundation's work often draws inspiration from Professor Ramesh Tendulkar's belief that education is a necessity and a key to transforming lives and the nation's future.

Through this fellowship, Sachin Tendulkar not only honours his father's memory but also extends his philanthropic efforts, contributing to the development of specialised medical care and providing opportunities for deserving young doctors to make a significant impact in their field. It is a fitting tribute from a son to his 'first teacher' on a day dedicated to educators.

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