Bollywood star Salman Khan: expressed his support for the students protesting against the paper leaks, calling the issue “very serious” and urging that the movement remain focused on education rather than politics.Taking to Instagram, Salman: praised the students for coming together to demand a better education system and also acknowledged the support given by their parents. However, he expressed dismay at reports that the peaceful protests had turned violent.“This is a peaceful movement, it feels sad that it has to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families who have been hurt. The paper leak is a serious issue, and I am happy to know and see that the children of our country are coming together for a better education system, and their parents are supporting them,” wrote Salman.The actor praised the students for choosing a peaceful way to express their concerns and said their determination shows a positive future for the country.“I really appreciate the stance they have taken, which shows dedication, sincerity, and motivation to study hard and make their future and a greater, educated India. This movement, this protest, is the right way to abt it, and the students have done it peacefully. Very brave and brave. Inspired and inspired by education, this generation will make India proud,” he added.Salman also emphasized that the protests should not become a political battleground, insisting that only the students should be recognized for their efforts. He expressed confidence that the government would respond well.“This issue is between students and the education system, it should not be hijacked by politics, the credit should only go to the students of our country, and I am sure that the government will also give them all the support and make it a stronger education system. It’s a win-win situation. Hoping n praying for a positive decision. God bless all who want to be educated,” he wrote.The actor also shared his vision for the Indian education system, saying that learning should become aspirational and attract students from all over the world.“Education should be the next trend and trend, and it should become a trend. Every year, this k bahar se log will come to India to study and India will be the center of education,” said Salman.
The protests continued paper leak controversy:
Salman’s comments came amid nationwide protests over the alleged paper leaks.Meanwhile, the Delhi High Court has issued notices to the Center and the Delhi Police in three public interest litigations alleging excessive use of force during the July 20 protest march organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). The court also ordered the authorities to preserve the CCTV footage and other electronic evidence related to the incident.Separately, activist Sonam Wangchuk sought an assurance from the Center that no punitive or retaliatory legal action would be taken against the protesters who participated in the CJP’s ‘Sansad Chalo’ march, making it a condition for ending his indefinite fast.The government maintained that it was ready for a debate, while Parliament continued to witness a deadlock on the Opposition’s demand for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and a discussion on the leakage of the NEET-UG paper under a specific rule.