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PM Modi interacts with students during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 6 February interacted with students during the 9th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), engaging in an informal and lively conversation with “Exam Warriors” at his residence in New Delhi. The session reflected warmth, humour and practical guidance, as the Prime Minister addressed a wide range of concerns—from study patterns and exam pressure to dreams, discipline and national development.
Beyond Marks
A student from Sainik School in Imphal mentioned sharing his birthday with the Prime Minister. Shri Modi responded that he does not count years passed but focuses on those yet to come. Students, he urged, should not dwell on the past but prepare for the future.
On exam strategies based solely on past papers, he cautioned that such limited focus often leads to disappointment when question patterns change. Education, he emphasized, is not merely for exams but for life. Drawing a sports analogy, he said a bowler cannot strengthen only shoulder muscles; the whole body and mind require training. Similarly, holistic preparation builds confidence.
When discussing pre-board pressures, he questioned the obsession with marks. Few remember last year’s top scorer, he pointed out. Marks may bring temporary applause, but true development lies in lifelong learning and character building.
Managing Stress and Time
On remaining calm and focused, the Prime Minister explained that lasting memory comes from full involvement. Experiences deeply lived are never forgotten. He encouraged peer learning—teaching weaker friends while seeking guidance from brighter classmates—to gain double benefits of clarity and confidence.
To Class 12 students juggling board and competitive exams, he advised prioritizing board preparation, noting that deep understanding of the syllabus naturally aids competitive performance.
On time management, he suggested writing daily tasks in a diary before sleeping and reviewing them the next day. This habit, he shared, helps him remain stress-free despite heavy responsibilities.
Students also spoke about overcoming fear of mathematics and exams after reading Exam Warriors. The Prime Minister recommended exploring Vedic Mathematics and simple techniques such as pausing for 30 seconds and taking deep breaths before answering papers to avoid errors caused by haste.
Big Dreams, Bigger Responsibilities
Responding to a student from Ladakh about dreaming big, the Prime Minister declared that not dreaming is a crime. However, dreams must be backed by action. He advised students to write down their aspirations and nurture them privately, strengthening them through reading biographies of great personalities.
He then broadened the discussion to national aspirations, envisioning a developed India by 2047, the centenary of independence. Referring to leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Bhagat Singh, he reminded students that collective determination achieved freedom; collective effort can achieve development.
He urged students to adopt Swadeshi practices, identify foreign-made products in daily life and gradually replace them with Indian alternatives. Cleanliness, punctuality and discipline, he said, are duties every citizen must uphold. He encouraged wise use of Artificial Intelligence—not merely for shortcuts but as a tool to enhance knowledge and growth.