Archive · 25 Jul 2026
PM Modi directs Cabinet to boost Instagram presence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked his Cabinet ministers to use Instagram more to talk to young people.
He wants them to make short videos and Reels because young people like that kind of content.
This is part of the government's plan to share important news and updates with younger citizens.
At the same time, there's a big issue with the NEET exam papers being leaked.
PM Modi made a video message to calm down students and their families.
He promised to take strict action against those responsible.
Some people are asking for a minister to resign and for the government to help the families of students who were affected.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi directed the Union Cabinet to enhance their Instagram presence to connect with the youth.
The government is focusing on short-form videos and Reels to engage with Gen Z and millennial audiences.
PM Modi's video message addressing the NEET paper leak gained 271 million views and 15 million likes.
The government has promised stricter actions against paper leaks and has given in-principle approval for compensation and withdrawal of FIRs.
Critics demand the resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and better handling of the NEET paper leak issue.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Union Cabinet
- What
- Directives to enhance Instagram presence and address the NEET paper leak
- When
- July 24
- Where
- India
- Why
- To connect with the youth and address concerns over the NEET paper leak
Government's Digital Outreach
Criticism of Government's Handling of NEET Paper Leak
Digital Engagement
Government's Digital Outreach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the Union Cabinet to enhance their presence on Instagram to better connect with the youth, emphasizing the use of short-form videos and Reels.
Criticism of Government's Handling of NEET Paper Leak
Critics argue that the government's focus on social media is a distraction from addressing serious issues like the NEET paper leak.
Response to NEET Paper Leak
Government's Digital Outreach
The government has taken steps to address the NEET paper leak, including a video message from PM Modi reassuring students and announcing stricter actions.
Criticism of Government's Handling of NEET Paper Leak
Opposition groups demand the resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and compensation for affected families, criticizing the government's handling of the issue.
- Date of Cabinet Meeting
- July 24
- Prime Minister's Instagram Followers
- 102 million
- Views on PM's Video Message
- 271 million
- Likes on PM's Video Message
- 15 million
- Comments on PM's Video Message
- 1.3 million
- Government's Response to NEET Paper Leak
- In-principle approval on compensation and withdrawal of FIRs
