The recent NEET paper leak has sparked student anger, leading to another protest in Delhi on July 20th. A large number of students demonstrated for justice. A video of police lathi-charging protesters during the protest is rapidly going viral. Several film stars have expressed their support. Expressing their grief over the mistreatment of students, they have urged the government to listen to their concerns.
Diljit Dosanjh-”students should not have been treated this way”
Responding to this, Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh wrote on his Instagram story, “What happened today was very bad. The students should not have been treated this way. I request the authorities to listen to the students. I have been labeled an anti-national several times, and many people will still call me that. I have faced numerous legal problems since the farmers’ protest, which I cannot elaborate on here; God is in charge.”
Sonu Sood released a poster
Sonu Sood has also released a poster in support of the students. He wrote, “Our students need hands that embrace, not sticks.”
Sonakshi Sinha -”many people’s bones were broken”
Dabangg actress Sonakshi Sinha, who has been supporting the student protests since the beginning, shared photos of the demonstration, writing, “On July 20th, many people’s bones were broken, and the nation’s heart was also broken ”Remember.”
Riteish & Genelia -”energy, courage, and dreams of our youth”
Actor Riteish and his star wife Genelia also expressed their solidarity with their country through their Instagram stories, saying, “We stand in solidarity with our country. Their voices must be heard without fear, noise, or clarity. They are the heartbeat of our democracy and the true architects of our nation’s future. The energy, courage, and dreams of our youth will bring to India the India we aspire to build.”
Elvish Yadav -” They must be heard”
YouTuber Elvish Yadav wrote on his Instagram account, “I am neither a BJP nor Congress supporter, but what is happening to the students is very wrong. Students who have taken to the streets to fight for their genuine cause should not be treated this way. They must be heard. The government needs to take appropriate action on this issue.”
Apart from this, many stars like Shekhar Suman, Dia Mirza, Vir Das and stand-up comedian Munawar Farooqui have also supported the student protest. Veteran Hindi film actress Shabana Azmi is also a part of the protest and is walking shoulder to shoulder with the students.