Outrage Over Crackdown: Naseeruddin Shah Slams Delhi Police Action on Student Protestors
Veteran actor and theatre personality Naseeruddin Shah has strongly criticized the Delhi Police over their handling of the youth demonstration organized at Jantar Mantar. Shah’s reaction follows reports and viral footage showing police personnel using force and lathicharge to disperse student protestors assembled under the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, alongside NEET aspirants demanding accountability for exam irregularities.
Known for his outspoken views on civic rights and public accountability, the veteran actor expressed shock and anger at the harsh measures used against young citizens. He pointed out that students gathered in the national capital were exercising their constitutional right to assemble peacefully and highlight critical issues affecting their education and future careers. Using police force against unarmed scholars, he argued, reflects a troubling pattern of state high-handedness.
The veteran actor emphasized that when young people dedicate years of hard work to competitive exams like NEET, only to face systemic lapses and paper leaks, anger and protest are natural responses. Rather than treating young aspirants with empathy and opening doors for dialogue, using security forces to clear protest sites only deepens public anger and alienates the country's youth.
He urged lawmakers and educational authorities to address the core demands raised by the students rather than focusing on dispersing crowds. Shah noted that treating students like threats to law and order sends a damaging message to the next generation, warning that a healthy democracy relies on protecting the rights of its youth to speak up without fear of violence or harassment.
Known for his outspoken views on civic rights and public accountability, the veteran actor expressed shock and anger at the harsh measures used against young citizens. He pointed out that students gathered in the national capital were exercising their constitutional right to assemble peacefully and highlight critical issues affecting their education and future careers. Using police force against unarmed scholars, he argued, reflects a troubling pattern of state high-handedness.
A Growing Wave of Cultural Solidarity
Shah’s intervention adds to a growing list of prominent cultural figures, filmmakers, and public personalities who have raised their voices against the security measures deployed in New Delhi. Over recent days, figures across the entertainment industry including Anurag Kashyap, Diljit Dosanjh, Sonu Sood, and Vir Das have expressed solidarity with the protesting youth and criticized administrative attempts to silence student demands.You may also like
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The veteran actor emphasized that when young people dedicate years of hard work to competitive exams like NEET, only to face systemic lapses and paper leaks, anger and protest are natural responses. Rather than treating young aspirants with empathy and opening doors for dialogue, using security forces to clear protest sites only deepens public anger and alienates the country's youth.
Demanding Accountability and Respect for Democratic Rights
In his remarks, Shah called on administrative authorities and law enforcement leadership to reflect on how peaceful demonstrations are managed in a democratic society. He highlighted that peaceful dissent and questioning state institutions are fundamental rights that should be protected, not suppressed through intimidation or physical force.He urged lawmakers and educational authorities to address the core demands raised by the students rather than focusing on dispersing crowds. Shah noted that treating students like threats to law and order sends a damaging message to the next generation, warning that a healthy democracy relies on protecting the rights of its youth to speak up without fear of violence or harassment.
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