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The second episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 was live-streamed today on Tuesday. In this episode, actress, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate Deepika Padukone talked to the students about the importance of mental health and well-being. The episode is available on the YouTube channels of the Ministry of Education, MyGov India, and PM Modi as well as Doordarshan channels.

Deepika Padukone made a grand entry into the program and greeted the students warmly with a smile. She also shared a funny anecdote from her childhood, in which she said, 'I was a very naughty child. I would always climb and jump on tables, chairs, and sofas.' After this, she opened up about her experience of preparing for the exam, 'I used to feel very stressed during exams, especially Maths - I still find this subject difficult.'

Feeling stressed is natural, Deepika gives tips to deal with stress.

During the session, Deepika gave some useful tips to deal with stress and also shared her personal experiences.

Deepika told the students that 'We all feel stressed. I was very weak in Maths - still am! Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also said in his book that we should always express our emotions, not suppress them. Journaling is a great way to do this.'

Deepika further said that feeling stressed is natural and it is a part of life. It is important how we handle it... It is important to be patient about exams and results... We can only do what is in our control, we can sleep well, drink good water, exercise, and meditate.'

Student asked Deepika: How to maintain mental peace under exam pressure?

This year's Pariksha Pe Charcha features a special episode on mental health and wellbeing. Do hear @deepikapadukone's insights on this subject. #PPC2025 https://t.co/IOfYdhMhuz

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 12, 2025

A CBSE student asked Deepika Padukone, 'How can we maintain mental peace and balance amid the increasing pressure of exams and competition?'

Deepika replied, "Competition and comparison with others is a natural part of life. Competition itself is not bad, but you must focus on your strengths and work on your weaknesses. The key is what you can learn from your competitors. Ask yourself, 'What can I learn from them?' and 'How can I do things differently?' For me, my biggest competition is with myself. When I do something, I challenge myself to do it better next time. This is my thinking."

Many famous personalities are participating.

Pariksha Pe Charcha is an annual program in which Prime Minister Modi talks to students about exam stress, education, and handling pressure. This year's eighth edition kicked off on Monday when the Prime Minister visited Sunder Nursery in Delhi to talk to students on handling exam stress and staying motivated. This year, several celebrities have taken part in the event, including Deepika Padukone, boxer MC Mary Kom and spiritual guru Sadhguru. These celebrities shared their life experiences and tips with the students.