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"Insaaniyat ke nate kuch farz bante hain… [humanity compels us to take up certain duties],” said the Turbanator, reaching out to the family of former Army man.

For many Indian celebrities and public figures, their teachers inspired them to go after the impossible, to dream big dreams, and to remain diligent in the pursuit of their passions and talents. Here are the stories of 10 amazing teachers who made a difference in the lives of their extraordinary students.