Former MLA Sandeep Naik emphasized that the SSC practice exam, modelled on the SSC board exams, instills confidence and ensures better preparation for students appearing for their board examinations.

The Sandeep Naik Foundation organized the Sandeep Naik SSC Practice Exam, which was inaugurated by Naik at Dr. D.V. Samant Vidyalaya, Turbhe. Speaking to students, parents, and teachers at the event, Naik lauded the initiative’s impact on shaping students' academic journeys.

This practice exam, inspired by Loknete and former State Forest Minister Ganesh Naik, marks its 26th successful year. Naik noted that the results of these practice exams help students identify their weaknesses and work on them, ultimately boosting their confidence for the SSC board exams.

Highlighting the exam’s importance, Naik explained that it familiarizes students with critical skills such as effective study methods, time management, and answer-sheet presentation under board-level conditions. He expressed gratitude to the Sandeep Naik Foundation members, teachers, and other contributors for their educational commitment and assured attendees of future educational initiatives. Naik also encouraged students with the mantra, "Practice makes man perfect."

The inaugural event was attended by dignitaries including former Municipal Standing Committee Chairman Shubhangi Patil, Jansevak Vivek Patil, Shetkari Shikshan Prasarak Mandal Chairman Jagdish Patil, State Teachers Union Vice President Mahadev Sule, and several others. The program was moderated by Kishore More, with Dattatreya Ghodke delivering the vote of thanks.

This year, the practice exams are being conducted from January 4 to January 19 across 11 centers in the Belapur division, catering to over 10,000 students across Navi Mumbai, including 5,000 from Belapur. Exams are conducted in three languages: Marathi, Hindi, and English.