Confidence Boost for Students: Valsad Collector Launches ‘Atmavishwas Helpline’ to Erase Board Exam Fear; 56 Experts to Provide Guidance
Major Announcement for Valsad Students: Administration Ready to Eliminate Mental Stress Before Board Exams
BREAKING NEWS: Extremely heartening news has emerged for Class 10 and Class 12 students across the Valsad district. With only a few days remaining before the public Board Exams scheduled for March 2026, the Valsad District Administration has launched a historic and unique initiative to root out exam fear, anxiety, and mental stress.
In a joint venture between the Collector’s Office and the District Education Officer’s (DEO) Office, the “Atmavishwas Helpline” (Self-Confidence Helpline) has been officially inaugurated. The primary objective of this helpline is not just to provide academic guidance but to make students mentally resilient and psychologically strong, ensuring they can enter the examination hall without any mental burden or pressure.
Inaugurated by Collector Bhavya Verma: Continuous Support Until March 18
On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Valsad District Collector Bhavya Verma inaugurated this ambitious helpline. Inspiring the students on this occasion, he stated, “An exam is merely a test of life, but there is absolutely no need to fear or be intimidated by it.” According to the administration’s decision, this helpline will remain operational continuously until March 18, 2026, which marks the completion of all board examinations. Thousands of students from all government, granted, and private schools in the Valsad district can avail themselves of this facility entirely free of charge. This humanitarian initiative by the administration has brought a wave of relief and joy to parents as well.
Mental Health Expert Dr. Virendra Solanki to Provide Counseling Services
Under the weight of studies, students often experience depression, insomnia, and a dip in self-confidence. To provide a scientific and medical solution to these issues, renowned mental health expert Dr. Virendra Solanki from the Valsad Civil Hospital has been onboarded as the chief counselor for this project.
Dr. Solanki will assist students with the following issues:
- Insomnia or restlessness caused by exam stress.
- Anonymous fear or “phobia” regarding examinations.
- Confusion regarding memory power and concentration.
- Methods to convert negative thoughts into positive energy.
It is a proven fact that a mentally healthy and cheerful student can perform better in exams, and this special arrangement has been created keeping this goal in mind.
A Force of 56 Subject Matter Experts to Support Students
Beyond peace of mind, this helpline will prove to be a “boon” for resolving subject-specific queries. A total of 56 experienced teachers covering various subjects for Class 10 and Class 12 (General and Science streams) have joined this mission.
These subject experts will guide students on:
- Study Planning: How to manage time during the final days?
- Simplified Explanations: How to understand complex theories or mathematical problems easily?
- Writing Skills: How to write answers in the board answer sheet to score higher marks?
- Key Focus Areas: Which chapters deserve more weightage and how to prepare them?
For this purpose, a list of subject-wise teachers along with their direct mobile numbers will be displayed on the notice boards of all schools across the district.
Special Training for Teachers: Workshop Held at R.J.J. High School
The administration has prepared meticulously to ensure the helpline is highly effective. On January 7, 2026, a special training camp was organized at the historic R.J.J. High School in Valsad. During this session, Dr. Virendra Solanki provided specialized training to all 56 volunteer subject-matter experts.
The training focused on how teachers should communicate when a student calls in a panicked state, how to identify their stress levels, and how to respond positively to boost their morale. Thus, the teachers of Valsad will now stand by the students not just as ‘Knowledge Gurus’ but also as ‘Compassionate Counselors.’
An Appeal to Parents and Students: Provide Encouragement, Not Pressure
The Valsad District Administration has issued a special request to all parents not to put unnecessary pressure on their children regarding exam results. If a student appears to be under any kind of mental strain, encourage them to immediately use the “Atmavishwas Helpline.” This service is completely free and serves solely the interests and careers of the students.
This joint battle by the Valsad Collector and the Education Department is certain to bring victory over exam fear, helping students scale the heights of success with newfound confidence.
How to Get Help?
Students can call the contact numbers obtained from their respective schools to talk to a subject teacher or a mental health expert. The timings of the helpline and the complete list of teachers can be obtained from the School Principal or from the social media pages of the District Education Officer’s office.
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