Mon Feb 10 06:26:52 UTC 2025: ## Modi Shares Stress-Busting Tips with Students at 8th Annual ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’
**New Delhi, February 10, 2025** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted with 36 students at Delhi’s Sunder Nursery as part of the eighth annual ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ (PPC) initiative, offering advice on managing exam stress. This year’s event, a departure from the traditional town hall format, saw over 30 million registrations.
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of a balanced approach to exams, urging students not to let pressure overwhelm them and to prioritize their studies while still pursuing their passions. He stressed that exams are not the sole measure of success and encouraged students to view them as a “festival” (Utsav), sharing anecdotes from his own school days, including his struggles with handwriting.
One participating student described the experience as “a dream,” highlighting the Prime Minister’s impactful advice on managing exam-related stress.
The Ministry of Education lauded PPC’s growth into a nationwide movement (“Jan Andolan”), noting its profound resonance with students, teachers, and parents. In the lead-up to the main event, over 1.42 crore students, 12.81 lakh teachers, and 2.94 lakh schools participated in preparatory activities focused on stress reduction and improved focus, including indigenous games, creative competitions, and mindfulness exercises. These activities, conducted across the country, aimed to cultivate a positive and supportive learning environment.
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