As board exams approach, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel advised students to view exams as a measure of their preparation rather than a life-defining test. He emphasized the importance of mental balance and disciplined routines during a broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Pariksha Pe Charcha” program. Patel encouraged students to face exams with confidence and composure, highlighting that exams reflect hard work and provide a platform to turn stress into success.
The Chief Minister also addressed concerns about excessive screen time, advising students to regulate their digital habits. He suggested allocating specific times for using mobile phones and watching television, similar to scheduling study, reading, and sports time. PM Modi, speaking at the event, emphasized the need to approach exams without fear or pressure, focusing on national interest and responsibilities as future citizens working towards a developed India by 2047.
The “Pariksha Pe Charcha” initiative, now in its ninth edition, aims to reduce exam-related fears and promote confidence among students. Chief Minister Patel praised PM Modi’s direct engagement with students before exams, considering it a unique and prideful effort. Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja highlighted the program’s role in instilling values, understanding, and good conduct among students, fostering a stress-free learning environment.
Vaja emphasized that education goes beyond exams, teaching students life skills. He urged students to face exams confidently in a positive environment, emphasizing that exams are not the ultimate goal. Additionally, Vaja called on parents to support their children sensitively, while encouraging students to see exams as opportunities for growth and learning.
