‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’: PM Modi engages with students, encourages stress-free learning
New Delhi: The eighth edition of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship event, ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ (PPC), began on Monday at 11 a.m. at Sunder Nursery in New Delhi. The initiative, aimed at reducing exam stress and promoting a positive outlook on learning, saw enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, and parents. The event was broadcast live across multiple platforms, allowing students nationwide to benefit from PM Modi’s insights on exam preparation, stress management, and personal development.
Many students expressed how the interaction with the Prime Minister helped them stay motivated and stress-free while focussing on their academic goals. Akanksha, a student from Kerala, recited a poem in front of PM Modi and described the experience as a “happy” one. The Prime Minister, in turn, addressed the students on the pressure associated with exam scores. “Our society is such that low grades create a tense environment in the house. This is something that you cannot teach your parents,” he remarked, advising students to focus solely on their goals rather than external distractions. Drawing an analogy from cricket, he said, “A batsman ignores the audience and distractions and only focuses on the ball.”
PM Modi emphasised the importance of embracing challenges, stating, “You have to train your mind to understand how to challenge yourself. One should always push their limits.” He also spoke about the qualities of leadership, stating, “A leader becomes a leader when he practices what he preaches and understands the issues of the people.” Stressing the significance of earning respect, he added, “Respect cannot be demanded. Your behaviour will earn respect for you; people accept actions, not just words.” Another key highlight of the session was PM Modi’s advice on maintaining good health during exams. He underlined the importance of sleep, saying, “Absence of illness does not mean we’re healthy. Sleep is also dependent on nutrition. Medical science also emphasises the role of sleep.” Encouraging students to spend time in the morning sun, he asked them how often they did so.