Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold his annual interaction with students, parents, and teachers on February 6, as part of the Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) initiative. This year’s edition has witnessed unprecedented participation, with more than 45 million individuals registering for the event, making it one of the largest student engagement programs in the country. The initiative aims to address exam-related anxiety while encouraging confidence, motivation, and balanced learning among students.
Ahead of the official session, PM Modi engaged with students in multiple cities, including Devmogra, Coimbatore, Raipur, and Guwahati, along with an interaction at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi. He shared his thoughts on social media, expressing his enthusiasm for connecting with young minds and discussing stress-free exam strategies.
Pariksha Pe Charcha was first launched in February 2018 at Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi, marking the beginning of a nationwide movement to promote mental well-being among students. Since then, the program has expanded significantly in reach and impact. As of December 15, 2025, registrations included approximately 2.7 million students, 0.224 million teachers, and 0.034651 million parents for the 2026 session, reflecting growing interest in the initiative.
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be broadcast live at 10:00 a.m. on February 6 across various platforms, including DD National, DD News, DD India, and All India Radio. It will also be streamed live on official YouTube channels of the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministry of Education, Doordarshan, and MyGov. Schools have been instructed to arrange live screenings for students in Class 6 and above.
This year, total participation has reached approximately 45 million, including 41.914056 million students, 2.484259 million teachers, and 0.615064 million parents. The session will allow students to seek guidance from PM Modi on managing exam pressure, staying motivated, setting realistic goals, and maintaining mental well-being during exam season.
In previous editions, several prominent personalities contributed to the program, offering insights on stress management. These included sportspersons such as Mary Kom, Avani Lekhara, and Suhas Yathiraj, as well as actors Deepika Padukone, Vikrant Massey, and Bhumi Pednekar. Additionally, influencer Gaurav Chaudhary, entrepreneur Radhika Gupta, nutritionists Shonali Sabherwal and Rujuta Diwekar, and spiritual leader Sadhguru also participated in interactive sessions with students.
The upcoming Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 is expected to continue this tradition, providing students with encouragement, practical advice, and emotional support as they prepare for their examinations.
