New Delhi, January 2025:
The 8th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), the flagship initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, achieved an unprecedented milestone in 2025, with over 5 crore participants nationwide. This year’s edition witnessed an extraordinary surge in registrations, totaling 3.56 crore, compared to 2.26 crore registrations in 2024, marking a remarkable increase of 1.3 crore participants. In addition, 1.55 crore individuals actively engaged in various “Jan Andolan” activities, cementing PPC’s status as a transformative people’s movement.
A Nationwide Movement to Transform Exam Stress
Launched in 2018, Pariksha Pe Charcha has evolved into a vital initiative addressing exam-related stress by fostering a mindset of celebration and learning. The program resonates with students, teachers, and parents, promoting holistic education and mental well-being. Prime Minister Modi’s interactive dialogue with participants remains a cornerstone of the initiative, emphasizing that exams should be seen as a festival – “Utsav” – rather than a source of anxiety.
Engaging Activities to Build Focus and Resilience
Between 12th January 2025 (National Youth Day) and 23rd January 2025 (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti), a series of school-level activities engaged students, parents, and teachers nationwide. These activities, conducted across 2.94 lakh schools, included:
- Indigenous games like Kho-Kho and Kabaddi.
- Creative initiatives such as meme competitions, Nukkad Natak performances, and poster-making contests.
- Relaxation practices including yoga and meditation sessions.
- Inspirational workshops, student-led discussions, and guest lectures.
A total of 1.42 crore students and 12.81 lakh teachers participated, further embedding PPC’s vision of a stress-free and supportive learning environment.
Quiz Competition and Bharat Hai Hum Series
The celebrations culminated on 23rd January 2025 with the screening of the “Bharat Hai Hum” series, which showcased inspirational stories of valor and sacrifice. Following this, a quiz competition was conducted across 567 Kendriya Vidyalayas, with 55,961 students participating from schools including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, PM SHRI Schools, CBSE-affiliated institutions, and State Board schools.
Prizes were awarded to winners, and all participants received the book “Exam Warriors”, authored by Prime Minister Modi. The quiz not only tested knowledge but also reinforced the lessons conveyed through the “Bharat Hai Hum” series, promoting patriotism and resilience.
A Resounding Success
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 stands as a shining example of India’s commitment to fostering a positive and enriching academic culture. By turning exams into a festival of learning, PPC continues to inspire students, parents, and educators, strengthening its role as a pivotal initiative in the nation’s education ecosystem.
Source – PIB
