Salman Khan supports CJP protest: ‘Heart goes out to students who were hurt’
Actor Salman Khan has publicly supported student protests in India regarding the NEET-UG paper leak. He praised the students' peaceful approach and urged the government to address their concerns about the educational system.
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Celebrity involvement in political and social protests can significantly amplify public awareness and pressure on government policy.
Actor Salman Khan has extended his support to the Cockroach Janta Party-led student protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. The star - perhaps the biggest celebrity to comment on the issue - said he was glad that the students had come together to demand a better educational system, adding that the government should listen to their demands. Taking to social media late on Wednesday, Salman wrote, "It was such a peaceful movement, feel so sad that it had to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families who were hurt. Paper leak is a very serious issue, and I am glad to know n see that the kids of our country have come together for a better educational system, and their parents supported them."
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