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CJP Mumbai Protest: Jim Sarbh, Imran Khan, Swara Bhasker, Ayesha Khan And More Celebs Join Students At Shivaji Park

Students and youth groups condemned the lathi-charge and tear gas on NEET protesters and demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

  • On Monday, July 20, Delhi Police stopped a student march to Parliament, leading to clashes that sparked national criticism. Protesters now demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET-UG paper leaks and examination irregularities.
  • Educator Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike has entered its 25th day at Jantar Mantar, fueling intensified protests. Students allege the government has failed to address NEET question paper leaks that have occurred three times in recent years.
  • Scores of students in Davangere marched to Jayadeva Circle on Wednesday, July 22, condemning police 'brutalities' and the use of tear gas. Similar solidarity protests occurred at Shivaji Park in Mumbai, where demonstrators denounced the crackdown on peaceful marchers.
  • Actors Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem joined the Jantar Mantar protest early Thursday, extending their support to the ongoing movement. Singers and comedians including Mika Singh and Abish Mathew have also voiced support, decrying the violence against students.
  • Critics argue the government has prioritized the coaching lobby and privatized education, undermining academic integrity. Medical Service Centre State secretary Vasudhendra has called for the National Testing Agency's abolition to restore trust in examinations.
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Hindustan Times broke the news in New Delhi, India on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
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