On 10th February 2025, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi interacted with students at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, during the first episode of the 8th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC). In this informal yet insightful session, the Prime Minister engaged with students from across the country, discussing a variety of topics. The 36 students present learned from the Prime Minister valuable lessons on Nutrition and Wellness; Mastering Pressure; Challenging Oneself; The Art of Leadership; Beyond Books – 360º Growth; Finding Positives and more. This interactive session provided students with valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate academic challenges with confidence and a growth mind set.

In the third episode telecast today, 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. Technical Guruji guided students on using technology effectively, ensuring it becomes their greatest strength rather than a distraction in their studies. He highlighted the benefits of smart study apps, digital notes, and online learning platforms, helping students integrate technology into their academic journey. He advised students to use AI as a tool rather than relying on it entirely and encouraged them to embrace real-life experiences beyond technology.

Radhika Gupta emphasized the growing importance of AI, Data Science, and Coding. She explained how technology’s role will continue to expand, making it essential for students to understand and use it correctly. While responding to a student’s query, she discussed how AI can be incorporated into classroom discussions to make learning more engaging and enriching. She also stressed the need to use technology as a tool, ensuring it serves them rather than controls them.

Students from Doha, Qatar, and Kuwait also raised questions about AI applications and their impact. The guests engaged in an AI-twisted Dumb Charades game to teach students the tricks of Prompt Engineering. They created an AI-generated image of India's former President and renowned scientist, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.

They expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for envisioning a program like Pariksha Pe Charcha, encouraging students to embrace technology for their growth. They also referenced the Prime Minister’s book, The Exam Warrior, highlighting its valuable tips on adopting technology effectively.

At the end of the show, students shared their key takeaways from the program, including lessons such as "take your own decisions" and "get enough sleep."

The 8th edition of PPC had set a new benchmark. With over 5 crore participation, this year’s program exemplifies its status as a Jan Andolan, inspiring collective celebration of learning. For the episode with the Prime Minister, 36 students from all State and UT were selected from State/UT Board Government schools, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sainik School, Eklavya Model Residential School, CBSE and Navodaya Vidyalaya. Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 will feature additional five insightful episodes, bringing together renowned personalities from diverse fields to guide students on essential aspects of life and learning. Each episode will address key themes.

On 12th February 2025 renowned actor Deepika Padukone interacted with around 60 students 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.

Link to watch the 1^st episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5UhdwmEEls

Link to watch the 2^nd episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrW4c_ttmew

Link to watch the 3^rd episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgMzmDYShXw

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