GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): The Embassy organized special screenings of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 at several key locations across Guatemala like Chiquimula, Fraijanes, Coban, Mixco, Guatemala City, Quezelpaque and San José Pinula in the months of February and March 2025.

Launched by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Pariksha Pe Charcha initiative has emerged as an inspiring and impactful platform to engage with students, teachers, and parents across India. The initiative focuses on alleviating the stress around exams, offering valuable guidance, and addressing the concerns of students about their academic pressures.

It is also an opportunity for students to interact directly with the Prime Minister, who shares insightful advice on coping with stress, balancing studies with other aspects of life, and fostering a growth mindset. The Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 special screening is a significant event, as it not only inspires students but also underscores India’s growing prominence in the education sector. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India is on the path to regaining its position as the Vishva Guru (Global Leader) in education, with this initiative reflecting a global vision to guide and support the younger generation for their academic and personal success.

This interaction with local students in Guatemala in Spanish language was designed to offer direct lessons on how to approach exams without anxiety, the importance of holistic learning, and how to maintain mental well-being. The Prime Minister’s candid engagement with the students, where he listens to their concerns and offers thoughtful responses, was especially appreciated. The Embassy aimed to extend the reach of this screening to various schools and universities, ensuring that local students had access to these invaluable insights. Local municipalities and educational institutions provided overwhelming support to this initiative, facilitating its smooth execution and amplifying its impact on students throughout the region.

In these locations, the students were particularly engaged with the Prime Minister’s personal stories and messages about overcoming exam stress. The screening allowed them to see the human side of education, with emphasis placed on emotional and mental resilience. Students expressed deep appreciation for the advice and felt encouraged to embrace exams not as a burden but as an opportunity for growth. The local educational institutions and municipalities echoed this enthusiasm, with many actively participating in promoting the event and ensuring its success.

The success of Pariksha Pe Charcha has been seen worldwide, with students from different countries now taking part in the interactive event, finding value in the universal lessons it imparts. The global reception of the initiative further solidifies India’s position as a leader in educational thought and innovation. The continued success of the program not only promotes stress-free learning but also helps India build a broader educational network and exchange of ideas. India’s role as an educational powerhouse is reinforced as this initiative spreads beyond borders, offering global students valuable insights and guidance that enhance their learning experiences and overall well-being.

This initiative has been well received by local students in Guatemala, with many expressing a greater sense of purpose and confidence as they approach their academic challenges. Building on the success in Guatemala, the Embassy is now planning to extend this initiative to neighboring countries, including Honduras and El Salvador, further expanding the reach of India’s educational vision and offering its wisdom to students across Central America.

(Based on a press release issued by Ramesh Khulbey)