Actress Alia Bhatt has become the latest celebrity to speak out on the ongoing protests over the alleged NEET paper leak and the violence that took place during the demonstration at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. In an emotional note shared on Instagram, the actor expressed solidarity with the students and praised their courage and determination.
Alia Bhatt supports students in heartfelt note amid NEET protests: “Their courage humbles me”
Reflecting on the events of the past few days, Alia wrote that the events have broken her heart and at the same time given her hope. “The past few days have broken my heart and then mended it with hope again and again,” she wrote.
Alia Bhatt says students represent hope and sacrifice
The actor said that each student participating in the movement represents years of hard work, sacrifice and the aspirations of his or her family. He said their fight extends beyond their own futures and can create a better path for future generations: “Behind each student standing their ground is a dream, a family’s hope, a journey of countless sacrifices. They represent not only themselves but all those who have supported them, while also creating a better path for those who will come after them.”
Alia Bhatt urges the country to listen to the voice of youth
Describing the students’ determination as inspiring, Alia said their actions should encourage society to consider whether it is truly listening to the voices of the youth. He added, “Their courage humbles me. Their determination holds a mirror up to all of us, asking whether we are really listening to the people who will inherit and shape this country’s tomorrow.”
He concluded his note by affirming that this movement belongs to the students and expressed confidence in the generation that will shape the future of India: “For the students. By the students. The future is theirs. Jai Hind.”
Celebrity support continues
Alia joins the growing list of film personalities who have reacted to the protests and alleged violence. Veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Prakash Raj participated in the protest at Jantar Mantar, while Hanumankind also joined the students at the ground. Salman Khan, Preity Zinta, Imran Khan, Dulquer Salmaan, Sonu Sood, Vir Das, Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh, Bhumi Pednekar, Sonakshi Sinha, Dia Mirza, Aditi Rao Hydari, Soha Ali Khan, Huma Qureshi, Pa Ranjeet, Diljit Dosanjh, Yo Yo Honey Singh and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap have also expressed support for the students, condemned the violence. Is, or has called for dialogue and reform in the education system.
