Vikrant Massey and Bhumi Pednekar interact with students in 6th episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025

Daily writing prompt
What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?

Building on the enriching discussions initiated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in the inaugural episode, the sixth episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 aired today, featuring actors Vikrant Massey and Bhumi Pednekar engaging with students on fostering creativity and embracing positivity in life.

 Vikrant emphasized the power of visualization and encouraged students to maintain a journal of their daily activities. Engaging in an interactive discussion, he advised students to openly express their emotions and feelings to their parents. A student from The Indian High School, Dubai, UAE, sought his guidance on managing peer pressure and maintaining balance in life.

Expressing his gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for promoting skill development in schools, Vikrant advised students to remain grounded while aiming high. He also conducted an engaging activity on emotion management, emphasizing the importance of well-being before exams. His key message to students was: “Eat well, rest well; keep improving; go, play, unplug.”

The second guest of the show, actor Bhumi Pednekar, shared her childhood experiences, how she coped with personal tragedy, and why she enjoys her profession. She advised students to focus on their strengths. She also expressed her love for meeting people, travelling, and exploring local cuisines, which makes her profession enjoyable. Another student from The Indian High School, Dubai, UAE, interacted with her, and she suggested that students express their feelings openly to their parents. In a masterclass, she taught students how to learn in their way and memorize any text with ease. She said that being spiritual helps one stay grounded and focused.

To ensure comprehensive development, distinguished personalities from various fields—including sports icons, technical experts, toppers of competitive exams, entertainment industry professionals, and spiritual leaders—are enriching students with insights beyond textbooks. With three more episodes already aired, each session continues to provide students with essential tools and strategies to excel academically and personally.

The eighth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2025, in its revamped and interactive format, has been receiving widespread appreciation from students, teachers, and parents across the nation. Breaking away from the traditional Town Hall format, this year’s edition commenced with an engaging session featuring Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the scenic Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, on 10th February 2025.

In the inaugural episode, the Prime Minister interacted with 36 students from across the country, discussing insightful topics such as Nutrition and Wellness, Mastering Pressure, Challenging Oneself, The Art of Leadership, Beyond Books – 360º Growth, Finding Positives, and more. His valuable guidance offered students practical strategies to tackle academic challenges with confidence while fostering a growth mindset and holistic learning.

As Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 continues to unfold, it remains a beacon of inspiration for students, equipping them with confidence and resilience to face academic and life challenges with a positive mindset.

Sadhguru participates in 5th episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025

Daily writing prompt
What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025, in its new and more engaging format, has been receiving overwhelming appreciation from students, teachers, and parents across the nation! Breaking away from the traditional Town Hall format, the eighth edition kicked off with an interactive and engaging session with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the lush green Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, on 10th February 2025.

In the first episode, the Prime Minister connected with 36 students from across the country, exploring a range of thought-provoking topics. He shared valuable lessons on Nutrition and Wellness, Mastering Pressure, Challenging Oneself, The Art of Leadership, Beyond Books – 360º Growth, Finding Positives, and much more. The session provided students with practical insights and effective strategies to tackle academic challenges with confidence, fostering a growth mindset and a well-rounded approach to learning.

To ensure holistic development, eminent personalities from diverse fields—including sports icons, technical experts, toppers of competitive exams, entertainment industry professionals, and spiritual leaders—are sharing their wisdom, enriching students with knowledge that goes beyond textbooks. With three more episodes already aired, each session continues to equip students with valuable lessons and practical strategies to navigate both academic and personal challenges with confidence.

In the fifth episode today, Sadhguru explored the significance of mindfulness, not just in tackling exam stress but in overcoming various life challenges. In an open-air setting among his students, he engaged in a free-flowing conversation, offering deep insights. He also expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for initiating this effort to support students in managing exam-related stress.

Sharing his observations, Sadhguru spoke about witnessing many children suffering from stress-related health complications due to exam pressure. He emphasized that education is not merely about examinations but about gaining access to life itself. He advised students to keep their intelligence in ‘dynamic mode,’ explaining that education provides access to fundamental knowledge, which in turn opens doors to life.

Sadhguru underscored the importance of gaining competence, stating that every individual has the potential to sparkle and achieve the unimaginable—but to truly shine, one must strive with dedication.

Highlighting the need to learn playfully, he spoke about nurturing intelligence beyond its practical usefulness and understanding the depth of life experiences. He also shared some practical tips on limiting smartphone usage to maintain focus.

As part of the session, Sadhguru introduced students to Nada Yoga, demonstrating three basic sounds and advising them to practice for seven minutes every morning. The students eagerly participated, asking questions, to which he provided practical, insightful solutions to help them navigate their challenges.

On 12th February 2025 renowned actor Deepika Padukone interacted with around 60 in the second episode of the 8th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha. Deepika shared how addressing mental health challenges can be empowering and spoke about the valuable lessons she learned from her own struggles.

On 13th February 2025 Gaurav Chaudhary, popularly known as Technical Guruji, and Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, introduced students to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. They explored the practical applications of ChatGPT and AI image-generation tools.

On 14th February 2025, leading nutrition experts Shonali Sabherwal, Rujuta Diwekar, and Revant Himatsingka—popularly known as the Food Pharmer—interacted with students on the vital role of nutrition in staying healthy and stress-free during exams.