16-year-old Sarvesh Jangra from Rahon town in Nawanshahr district, Punjab, had the privilege of meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ programme. He shared his happiness over the meeting, saying that the anxiety he once had about exams has now dissipated. His family was also thrilled, with his parents expressing joy over their son’s meeting with the Prime Minister. Each edition of the programme highlights innovative approaches to tackle exam-related anxiety, fostering a celebratory attitude toward learning and life. The programme also serves as an interactive platform where the PM directly engages with students, teachers, and parents. The final selection was done in Delhi, with the winner chosen after a selection process in Punjab, and the winner announced in Delhi. The winner was chosen after an audition video was sent in by the winner’s school, and then the winner was announced after a final selection process. The winners were chosen after the winner revealed that the winner had been chosen from all three students in Punjab – one boy and two girls – and I was fortunate to be one of them. It was an unforgettable experience. I felt great meeting students of my age from different parts of India and especially talking to PM Modi. I truly enjoyed our conversation, and it was a moment of great fortune for me. With PM Modi’s guidance, almost all the pressure has melted away. It felt really great.\”
