Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Actors, Sportspersons Support Student Protests Over Exam Irregularities
Students in India are protesting because they believe there were unfair practices in their exams.
Many famous actors and sportspeople support them.
The protests started in Delhi and have spread to other cities.
The police used force to stop the protests, which made more people support the students.
The students want the education minister to resign and for the government to fix the problems in the exam system.
Many famous people have spoken out in support of the students and have asked the government to talk to them and find a solution.
Students are protesting alleged irregularities in competitive exams, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Actors like Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, and sportspersons like Abhinav Bindra and Yuvraj Singh have expressed support for the protests.
Police used force, including baton charges and tear gas, during a march to Parliament, injuring dozens of protesters.
Protests spread to Mumbai, with police detaining demonstrators and drawing responses from public figures.
Supporters urge the government to address the students' grievances and ensure a fair education system.
- Who
- Students, actors, sportspersons, and activists
- What
- Protests against alleged irregularities in competitive exams and police action during demonstrations
- When
- Protests began on June 6, with significant events on June 22-23, 2026
- Where
- Primarily in Delhi, with protests spreading to other cities like Mumbai
- Why
- To demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and address issues of paper leaks and police action
Protesters and Supporters
Government and Police
Police Action
Protesters and Supporters
Protesters and supporters criticize the police for using excessive force during the march to Parliament, including baton charges and tear gas.
Government and Police
The government and police maintain that their actions were necessary to maintain law and order.
Dialogue with Students
Protesters and Supporters
Protesters and supporters demand immediate dialogue with the government to address their grievances and ensure a fair education system.
Government and Police
The government has not yet publicly committed to immediate dialogue, focusing instead on maintaining order and investigating the allegations.
- Protest Start Date
- June 6
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Union Education Minister
- Dharmendra Pradhan
- Activist on Hunger Strike
- Sonam Wangchuk
- Prominent Supporters
- Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, R Madhavan, Abhinav Bindra, Yuvraj Singh