Updated On: 14 February, 2026 10:06 PM IST | Tarun Verma
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi interacted with students across the country in the annual `Pariksha Pe Charcha` event on Friday. The 2026 edition will focus on helping students remain stress-free during examinations and encouraging a stronger emphasis on learning (Pics/PTI)

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In a post shared on X, PM Modi said, "Do watch #ParikshaPeCharcha26... This year`s PPC features very interesting topics relating to examinations, notably the need to remain stress free, focus on learning and more. This is a platform I`ve always enjoyed, as it gives me an opportunity to interact with bright minds from across the country"
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In alignment with NEP 2020, the Pariksha Pe Charcha concept is aimed at reshaping the examination experience of students by fostering confidence, positivity, and holistic well-being, and celebrating the exam season as an `Utsav`

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PM Modi has condensed his views in his book titled `Exam Warriors`, available in multiple languages as well as in Braille, in which he has stressed belief in self. He has also underscored that children need to have the fun-filled childhood they deserve
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Conceptualised by the PM Modi, Pariksha Pe Charcha is dynamic and innovative, introducing fresh elements every year

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As part of the run-up to Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, student-centric engagement activities were organised across schools nationwide
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The Swadeshi Sankalp Daud, a student-led run and walk promoting the spirit of self-reliance, along with quiz and writing competitions, was held at selected Kendriya Vidyalayas on Parakram Diwas

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Approximately 4.81 crore students participated in these activities, a release stated.
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