Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Rupali Ganguly Condemns Violence in Student Protests
There are big protests happening in Delhi because some students think there were cheating problems in important exams.
A famous actress and politician named Rupali Ganguly said that while the students' concerns are valid, some people are causing trouble and making the protests violent.
She asked everyone to stay peaceful.
The protesters want the Education Minister to step down and for the government to fix the exam system.
A man named Sonam Wangchuk has been on a hunger strike for 24 days to support these demands.
The police have been trying to control the protests, and there have been some clashes.
Rupali Ganguly condemns violence in student protests, alleging anti-national exploitation.
Protesters demand resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam irregularities.
Sonam Wangchuk on 24-day hunger strike, forcibly removed by Delhi Police.
Government sources allege political backing from opposition parties like AAP and SP.
Protests spread to tier 1 cities, with violent clashes reported at Jantar Mantar.
- Who
- Actress and politician Rupali Ganguly, protesters led by Sonam Wangchuk, Delhi Police
- What
- Protests against exam irregularities and demands for resignation of Education Minister
- When
- Ongoing since July 18, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, with ripples in Mumbai and Kolkata
- Why
- Alleged irregularities in competitive exams, including the NEET paper leak
Protesters and Supporters
Government and Authorities
Legitimacy of Protests
Protesters and Supporters
Protesters demand justice for exam irregularities and the resignation of the Education Minister.
Government and Authorities
Government alleges that anti-national elements are exploiting the student movement for political gain.
Use of Violence
Protesters and Supporters
Protesters argue that their actions are a response to systemic failures and injustice.
Government and Authorities
Authorities condemn violence and vandalism, stating it weakens the legitimate cause.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Key Protester
- Sonam Wangchuk
- Hunger Strike Duration
- 24 days
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, compensation for affected families
- Government Response
- Probes launched, suspects arrested, legal action initiated