Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Naseeruddin Shah Criticizes Bollywood Silence on CJP Protests
Naseeruddin Shah, a famous actor, has spoken out in support of students protesting against education reforms in India.
He criticized other celebrities for staying silent on the issue, saying they are too busy with their own interests.
Shah shared a video message supporting the protesters and warning the government that their actions will be remembered.
Many other celebrities have also shown support for the protesters.
The protests started at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and have been going on for over a week.
The protesters want to talk to the government and want the education minister to step down because of problems with a big exam called NEET-UG.
Naseeruddin Shah criticized Bollywood celebrities for their silence on the CJP protests.
Shah shared a video message supporting the protesters and condemning the use of force against them.
Protests at Jantar Mantar have been ongoing for over a week, with students demanding dialogue with the Central government.
Protesters are seeking the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG examination.
Several other celebrities have also voiced support for the protesters.
- Who
- Naseeruddin Shah, students, and other celebrities
- What
- Protests against education reforms and alleged irregularities in NEET-UG examination
- When
- July 21
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Why
- To demand dialogue with the Central government and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
Support for Protesters
Silence from A-list Celebrities
Support for Protesters
Support for Protesters
Naseeruddin Shah and other celebrities have openly supported the protesters and condemned the use of force against them.
Silence from A-list Celebrities
Many A-list celebrities have remained silent on the issue, which Shah criticizes as being due to personal interests.
- Date
- July 21
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Protest Duration
- Over a week
- Hunger Strike Duration
- 25 days
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, dialogue with the Central government