The ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’, hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and beginning on Monday at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marks the 8th edition of this annual initiative. This event is aimed at alleviating exam stress, offering valuable guidance to students, teachers and parents.
The event, broadcast live across multiple platforms, offers a unique opportunity for the Prime Minister to engage directly with the nation’s youth, offering tips on exam preparation, stress management, and personal development. As always, the initiative seeks to foster a positive, celebratory attitude towards learning while tackling the anxiety often associated with examinations.
This year’s PPC stands out with 36 students selected from across various government schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Sainik Schools, Eklavya Model Residential Schools, and Navodaya Vidyalayas. These students will have the chance to interact with PM Modi, as well as learn from a series of motivational talks by experts from diverse fields.
PPC 2025 will feature seven insightful episodes, bringing together renowned personalities from diverse fields to guide students on essential aspects of life and learning.
Deepika Padukone, Sadhguru , Mary Kom, Vikrant Massey and Rujuta Diwekar will join the Prime Minister for discussions on holistic development, managing pressures, and maintaining a healthy mindset during the exams.
The PPC initiative continues to grow in popularity, with this year’s edition receiving a staggering 5 crore participants, underscoring its transformation into a nationwide movement. The programme has truly become a ‘Jan Andolan,’ inspiring collective participation in the celebration of learning, growth, and the well-being of students across the country.
With this year’s edition, ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025’ continues to set new benchmarks, delivering insights that empower students and educators to approach exams with confidence and enthusiasm.
Ahead of the PPC event, PM Modi on Sunday shared a ‘teaser’ of the event where he could be seen sharing light-hearted conversation with the students. “Let’s help our #ExamWarriors overcome exam stress. Do watch ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ at 11 AM tomorrow, 10th February. #PPC2025,” said PM Modi, in a reminder to students and parents through a social media post on X.
In the video, PM Modi could be seen giving lucid explanation on how a top-class batsman focusses only on the ball, while keeping everything aside. A couple of participating students also showcased their skills with one showing flower clapping technique while the other reciting a couplet. The 2-minute video clip concludes with students speaking in one voice, “Very excited for Pariksha Pe Charcha.”
This year, the program will feature an impressive line-up of personalities, including spiritual leader Sadhguru, Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone, Vikrant Massey, and Bhumi Pednekar, as well as sports icons Mary Kom, Avani Lekhara, and Suhas Yathiraj.
Other notable guests include nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar, entrepreneur Radhika Gupta, digital influencer Technical Guruji and other renowned personalities from diverse fields who will guide students on essential aspects of life and learning.
This year, 36 students from all states and UTs, have been selected from state/ UT board government schools, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sainik School, Eklavya Model Residential School, CBSE and Navodaya Vidyalaya.
‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ session on Monday will mark PM Modi’s 8th edition of the initiative, which has already set records with over 5 crore participants from all the states and union territories of the country. (IANS)
