Faridabad: Nitin Vijay, Founder & CEO of
Motion Education, Kota, and one of India’s most respected Physics educators,
visited Manav Rachna Educational Institutions, where he engaged with
students on competitive examinations, mental well-being, and the evolving
education ecosystem. Vijay’s Motion Education network spans over 80
centres across India, mentoring thousands of students each year. In the JEE
Advanced 2025 examinations, the institute achieved a success rate of 65.8%,
significantly above the national average, with many students securing top
all-India ranks.
During his
interaction with students, Vijay addressed the rising concerns around stress,
burnout, and the pressure-filled culture surrounding competitive exams. He emphasized the importance of a shift from overwork to smart
preparation, “The problem is not competition; the problem is the belief that
pressure is the only path to success. The system needs to shift from overwork
to smart work. Better timetables, regular assessments, clearly defined
short-term goals, and making counselling an integral part of academics are
essential. When preparation is guided in the right direction, excellence and
mental well-being are not opposites, they complement each other.”
Vijay also
reflected on how digital tools, AI, and social media are changing the learning
landscape, “AI and online content have made
information widely accessible, but there is a clear difference between
information and guidance. Today, the role of coaching is not limited to
teaching concepts; it also involves helping students ask the right questions, analyse
their mistakes, and develop discipline. Traditional coaching is evolving from a
teacher-centric to a student-centric system, where technology acts as a
support, not as a substitute. The success portrayed on social media is often an
incomplete truth. Students must understand that comparison does not inspire, it
creates stress. My advice is to compare your progress only with your own past
self. Use the digital world as a tool for learning, not as a measure of
self-worth.”
Building on
Vijay’s views on smarter preparation and a student-focused education approach,
Dr. Prashant Bhalla, President, Manav Rachna Educational Institutions, said,
“Competitive success cannot come at the cost of well-being. In an environment
where achievement is often narrowly defined by ranks and results, education
must consciously restore balance. As educators, our responsibility goes far
beyond preparing students for examinations. National reforms like NEP 2020 set
the direction, but it is institutions that must humanize learning. At Manav
Rachna, our emphasis is on developing thinking minds, resilient individuals,
and responsible citizens; these are outcomes that matter long after
examinations are over.”
Vijay, the
real-life inspiration behind the character of Jeetu Bhaiya in the
popular Netflix series Kota Factory, also
reflected on public perceptions of coaching hubs, “Kota Factory has
accurately portrayed struggle, friendship, and pressure, but it also creates
the impression that every student inevitably breaks down. The reality is that
with the right guidance, strong support systems, and balance, cities like Kota
also teach confidence and discipline. Here, the preparation is not just for
ranks, it is preparation for life.”
Dr. Amit
Bhalla, Vice President, Manav Rachna Educational Institutions, added, “In today’s digital and hyper-competitive environment, students
encounter constant comparison and pressure. Guidance from experienced
educators, combined with structured learning and peer support, enables them to
stay focused, build resilience, and make informed choices about their future.”
Vijay also
addressed the importance of trust and transparency in India’s examination
system, “An examination is not just a selection
process; it is the foundation of trust in a nation’s talent. There can be no
compromise on this. Trust in the examination system will return only when both
transparency and accountability are ensured. From paper setting to evaluation,
better use of technology, strict penalties for lapses, and independent
oversight mechanisms are absolutely necessary.”
Concluding
his session, he shared a message of patience and perseverance for students
navigating a hyper-competitive, always-online world,
“I would simply say this to students: move slowly but move consistently. In
this hyper-competitive, always-online world, patience is the greatest strength.
Trust yourself, trust the system, and remember, success is not a single exam, it
is a journey.”