Rubal Nagi, a teacher from India, has gained international recognition by winning the Global Teacher Prize 2026, which honors exemplary educators worldwide. She was awarded at a recent conference in Dubai, where she received a prize of 10 lakh dollars (approximately 9 crores in Indian Rupees) for her outstanding contributions to the education of marginalized children. Nagi has become a global sensation due to her unique teaching methods that focus on engaging underprivileged children and enriching their learning experiences.

Nagi's journey into education began 27 years ago when she met a child without any prior exposure to a pencil during an art workshop. Her experiences have driven her passion for teaching, prompting her to commit to creating a school for children who have never had the opportunity to attend. After winning the prize, she expressed her plans to use the prize money to establish an institution dedicated to educating these children, aiming to provide them with the education they have long been deprived of.

Rubal Nagi, the daughter of retired Colonel Gyan Singh Sudan, moved to Mumbai after her marriage. Her selection from nearly 5,000 nominations worldwide from 139 countries for this prestigious award signifies a significant achievement for India in the field of education. Nagi’s recognition not only highlights her individual efforts but also brings attention to the importance of innovative teaching methods for underprivileged communities, serving as an inspiration to educators everywhere.