Actor Alia Bhatt has publicly extended her support to the student-led protests demanding accountability and reforms in the national examination system following alleged NEET paper leaks. The demonstrations, spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), have gathered significant momentum across New Delhi and other parts of the country.
Key Highlights from Alia Bhatt’s Statement
Taking to Instagram, Alia shared a heartfelt note praising the determination, resilience, and sacrifices of the protesting students:
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On the Emotional Impact: “The last few days have broken my heart and then mended it, again and again, with hope.”
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Acknowledging the Struggle: She noted that behind every student standing their ground is a dream, a family’s hope, and a journey filled with sacrifices—representing a larger movement toward a better future for coming generations.
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Call for Society to Listen: “Their courage humbles me. Their resolve is a mirror held up to all of us, asking whether we are truly listening to the very people who will inherit and shape this country’s tomorrow. For the students. By the students. The future is theirs.”
Salman Khan’s Prior Statement
Alia’s post followed strong words of support from Salman Khan, who also addressed the situation after clashes broke out during recent demonstrations:
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Concern Over Clashes: Expressed grief over the violence that erupted during the Chalo Sansad march, emphasizing that paper leaks remain a severe issue affecting millions of students.
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Commending Peaceful Efforts: Praised the courage, dedication, and peaceful intent of the young protesters.
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Warning Against Politicization: Urged political entities not to hijack the movement, stating that the issue is strictly between students and the educational system, while expressing hope that India can evolve into a global educational hub.
Growing Bollywood Support
A growing number of film industry personalities have publicly voiced solidarity with the protesting students. Prominent voices demanding examination transparency and condemning police action against peaceful demonstrators include:
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R Madhavan
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Naseeruddin Shah & Shabana Azmi
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Imran Khan, Abhay Deol, & Hrithik Roshan
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Sonakshi Sinha & Riteish Deshmukh
