Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Pooja Bhatt Criticizes Delhi University Advisory on Protests
There are big protests happening in Delhi and other cities about problems in the education system, like a leaked exam paper.
The university told students to stay away from the protests for their safety.
But Pooja Bhatt, a famous actress, said that students should be allowed to protest because it's important for them to speak up.
The protesters want the education minister to resign.
The government says they are dealing with the exam leak issue.
A famous educator, Sonam Wangchuk, stopped his hunger strike after 20 days to support the students.
Delhi University advised students to avoid protests at Jantar Mantar for safety and legal reasons.
Pooja Bhatt criticized the advisory, arguing that suppressing student voices is more dangerous.
Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The government has arrested those accused in the NEET paper leak and is setting up fast-track courts.
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 20-day hunger strike in solidarity with the protesting students.
- Who
- Delhi University, Pooja Bhatt, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Sonam Wangchuk
- What
- Protests over irregularities in the education system, including the alleged NEET paper leak
- When
- Ongoing protests, advisory issued on July 23, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, and other cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru
- Why
- Protesters demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the education system
Delhi University Advisory
Pooja Bhatt's Criticism
Safety Concerns
Delhi University Advisory
The university advises students to avoid protests for their safety and legal compliance.
Pooja Bhatt's Criticism
Pooja Bhatt argues that suppressing student voices puts their safety at greater risk.
Right to Protest
Delhi University Advisory
The university warns against participating in unlawful assemblies.
Pooja Bhatt's Criticism
Pooja Bhatt emphasizes the importance of supporting students' right to speak out.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Protest Leaders
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- Main Demand
- Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- University Advisory
- Advised students to avoid protests for safety and legal reasons
- Pooja Bhatt's Response
- Criticized the advisory, advocating for students' right to protest
- Government Response
- Arrested accused in NEET paper leak, setting up fast-track courts
- Sonam Wangchuk's Action
- Ended hunger strike after 20 days in solidarity with students
