New Delhi, February 6: The ‘Exam Discussion’ program has made a significant impact across various regions, from the national capital Delhi to Manipur, Tripura, Bihar, and Jharkhand. This dialogue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed a vital message to students, teachers, and parents: exams are merely a phase in life, not the entirety of it.
A Class 10 student participating in the program in Delhi shared that it proved extremely beneficial for the upcoming board exams. According to the student, the Prime Minister explained Stress Management in simple terms. He noted that while not every student feels stressed, concerns about exams, careers, and future studies are natural, and even parents often worry about their children’s results.
Another student, a top performer, expressed that the pressure to consistently excel can sometimes diminish self-confidence. He realized through the ‘Exam Discussion’ that exams are just one part of life. While important, they do not define one’s entire future.
Students also reported that the Prime Minister advised them to approach exams with confidence rather than excessive stress. He emphasized that studying should focus on understanding the subject rather than rote memorization. Special attention was given to time management, proper preparation, and maintaining a balanced routine.
In the RK Puram assembly area of Delhi, Education Minister Ashish Sood also engaged with students. He emphasized the importance of eliminating the fear of exams from their minds. Sood highlighted that Delhi’s education system promotes creativity, experimentation, and entrepreneurship among children, enabling them to pursue new ideas without the fear of failure. He noted that every child is unique and not everyone needs to become an IAS officer, engineer, or artist; the country also needs teachers, thinkers, and literary figures.
In Imphal, the capital of Manipur, enthusiasm for the ‘Exam Discussion’ was palpable. A student expressed pride that their school was hosting the event, while additional education director Bisheshwar Khumukcham reported participation from students and teachers across all schools in the state’s 17 districts. Chief Minister N. Biren Singh attended the program at Wangkei High School in Imphal, where around 2,000 students watched the Prime Minister’s live interaction.
In Agartala, Tripura’s capital, Chief Minister Manik Saha engaged with students, teachers, and parents during the ninth edition of the program held at Bordowali School. He encouraged students to approach exams with positive thinking, effective time management, and stress control.
In Patna, Bihar’s capital, students also tuned in to the online ‘Exam Discussion.’ They reported feeling deeply inspired by the Prime Minister’s words. Shamaal Ahmed, the state president of the Private Schools and Children’s Welfare Association, stated that this program has been strengthening students mentally for years. Direct communication from the Prime Minister boosts children’s confidence and reduces exam-related anxiety. He advised students to focus on balanced study habits, timely syllabus completion, regular revision, and maintaining good health.
The impact of the ‘Exam Discussion’ was also evident in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand. Samarjeet Jena, a spokesperson for JVM Shyamali School, noted that while children often harbor fears and doubts about exams, the program helped them understand how to transform exam stress into a celebration and achieve holistic development in life.