Lucknow,

31 Dec (HS): A special orientation program was held on Wednesday in Lucknow,

the capital of Uttar Pradesh, for candidates preparing for the PCS main

examination at the Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Research and Training

Institute's Bhagidari Bhawan in Gomtinagar. Minister of State for Social

Welfare (Independent Charge) Asim Arun was the chief guest.

Minister

of State Asim Arun, while wishing the candidates a Happy New Year, emphasized

the importance of adopting the right strategy, discipline, and planning in

preparing for the exam. He said that healthy competition boosts confidence and

motivation among candidates.

The

Minister of State stated that five of the best teachers from major cities

across the country will soon be added to online classes, providing expert

guidance to candidates. It was suggested that candidates wear formal attire

once a week to prepare for interviews. Additionally, plans were shared to

develop a sense of social responsibility among candidates by organizing two

hours of weekly volunteer work and sessions on government schemes and business

projects.

Kumar

Prashant, Director of the Social Welfare Department, highlighted the need to

prepare for the interview in parallel with the main examination. Deputy

Director Anand Kumar Singh, Joint Director P.K. Tripathi, Deputy Director J.

Ram, DSP Priyanka Yadav, and District Social Welfare Officer Pawan Kumar Yadav

were present on the occasion. Candidates also expressed their gratitude for the

institute's facilities and program.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi