New Delhi; Union HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ interacted with the students across the country through a webinar. During the one hour interaction, the Minister responded to the various concerns and queries of the students relating to school examinations, entrance examinations, Academic Calendar, online education, Fees, Mental health of students, international students, fellowships among others.

Speaking on the occasion the  Minister said that the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi is very concerned about well being and academic activities of the students of the country. In view of this Ministry is taking all measures to quickly and immediately address the concerns of the students. Pokhriyal appreciated the Minister of State for HRD  Sanjay Dhotre for his commendable work done to ensure safety and quality education to students.

During the interaction, Union HRD Minister announced the dates of pending entrance examinations. He informed that the NEET will be held on 26^thJuly, 2020. He further informed that JEE MAIN will be held on 18^th, 20^th, 21^st, 22^nd and 23^rdJuly, 2020. He added that  JEE(Advance) may be held in August . He said that the date of UGC NET – 2020 and CBSE 12^th Board examinations will be announced soon.

While interacting with students on the issue of mental health, the RameshPokhriyal said that students must remain calm and focused on their course of studies.  Students should develop their timetable of study and take small breaks in between.  The Minister said to excel in the entrance examination, it is important to know the syllabus and exam pattern. He appealed students to not be anxious and, eat healthy and stay safe.