In a nationwide push to instill values and character among students, the Ministry of Education has directed all CBSE, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) schools to screen Chalo Jeete Hain, a National Award-winning film inspired by episodes from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s childhood.

The screenings will run from September 16 to October 2, 2025, coinciding with the Prime Minister’s 75th birthday. The directive, issued on September 11, is part of the ministry’s Prerana experiential learning programme, which blends storytelling, hands-on activities, and value-based lessons to nurture character, empathy, and social-emotional growth in students.

Released in 2018, Chalo Jeete Hain highlights nine core values of the Prerana initiative—including courage, humility, service, innovation, and unity—drawing inspiration from Modi’s early years and Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy: “Only those who live for others, actually live.” The film won the National Award for Best Non-Feature Film on Family Values at the 66th National Film Awards.

The ministry said the film aims to serve as a case study in moral reasoning and social responsibility, encouraging self-reflection, compassion, and critical thinking among young learners.

Prerana, anchored in the historic Vernacular School of Vadnagar—where Modi began his own education—has so far completed 65 batches across 650 districts. As its first cycle concludes, the ministry has announced preparations for Prerana Utsav, the next phase of the programme, beginning in October 2025.

Schools have been urged to ensure wide participation and make full use of film-based learning to bring ethical dilemmas, historical contexts, and human values to life for students.