Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Bollywood Stars Support Student Protests Over NEET Exam Irregularities
Students in Delhi are protesting because they believe there were unfair things happening in an important exam called NEET-UG.
They want the Education Minister to step down and for the government to make things right.
Two famous Bollywood actors, Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan, have supported the students.
Ananya said that young people are not being disrespectful but are hoping for a better future.
Sara said the students are brave and that everyone should listen to them.
Some people think the actors only spoke up because the Prime Minister did, but others appreciate their support.
The protests have been big, with many students hurt when police tried to stop them.
Students are protesting alleged paper leaks and irregularities in the NEET-UG exam.
Actors Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan have publicly supported the protests.
Protests turned violent when police used batons and tear gas, injuring over 100 students.
Critics accuse Bollywood celebrities of timing their support with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement.
Protesters demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and justice for affected students.
- Who
- Students, Bollywood actors Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- What
- Protests against NEET-UG exam irregularities and police crackdown.
- When
- July 2023.
- Where
- Delhi, India.
- Why
- Alleged paper leaks and demands for fairness and justice.
Supporters of Student Protests
Critics of Bollywood's Timing
Timing of Celebrity Support
Supporters of Student Protests
Celebrities are showing solidarity with the students' demands for justice and fairness.
Critics of Bollywood's Timing
Critics argue that Bollywood celebrities only spoke up after Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the protests, suggesting their support is politically motivated.
- Protest Cause
- Alleged paper leaks and irregularities in the NEET-UG exam.
- Protest Location
- Delhi, India.
- Key Protesters
- Students and the Cockroach Janta Party.
- Government Response
- Police used batons and tear gas; over 100 students were injured.
- Celebrity Supporters
- Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan.
- Protest Demands
- Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and justice for affected students.
