A viral photograph from Chennai shows anxious parents climbing the boundary wall of Kendriya Vidyalaya Meenambakkam to check on their children appearing for CBSE Class 10 board exams. The image, published by The Times of India on January 21, has ignited debate on social media, with some calling it “helicopter parenting” while others sympathize with the parents’ anxiety.
Eyewitnesses reported that several parents waited outside after dropping off their children, some even peeking through holes in the wall to observe them. Others attempted to boost their kids’ confidence by offering encouragement from across the boundary.
The viral image has sparked discussions on parental pressure during exams. Some netizens questioned whether such actions alleviate stress or amplify it, with one user remarking, “Not sure how they are going to help even if something did go wrong.”
Meanwhile, the CBSE Class 10 board exams began on February 15 and will continue until March 18, covering subjects like science, mathematics, social science, and vocational courses. Exam durations range between 2 to 3 hours.
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