Actor and environmental activist Dia Mirza has expressed disappointment over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s response to the ongoing NEET paper leak controversy, saying his statement failed to acknowledge the pain of grieving families and protesting students.
Taking to Instagram on Friday, Dia reacted to the Prime Minister’s recent video message on the nationwide protests, questioning the absence of empathy in his address.
“Not One Word of Empathy”
In her Instagram post, Dia wrote that she was saddened by the government’s response, saying there was “not one word of empathy” for parents who lost their children, students who have suffered because of the examination controversy, and those who participated in weeks-long peaceful protests.
She also mentioned climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who had been on a 26-day hunger strike in support of students demanding accountability and education reforms.
Dia questioned why the government had taken so long to respond, writing that it took 47 days for the Prime Minister to address the issue, adding that the statement offered little comfort to those affected.
According to the actor, the response did not heal the pain of the millions of students and families who have been emotionally impacted by the controversy.
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PM Modi Announces Tough Measures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently released a video message addressing concerns over the alleged NEET paper leak.
Calling paper leaks a serious issue, he acknowledged the distress caused to students and parents across the country. The Prime Minister announced that the government would introduce a bill in Parliament aimed at imposing stricter punishment on those involved in examination paper leaks.
The proposed legislation is expected to include provisions for fast-track courts and tougher legal action against offenders.
Modi also said the government had acted quickly to ensure that students did not lose an academic year because of the controversy and confirmed that several accused had already been arrested.
Sonam Wangchuk Ends Hunger Strike
The Prime Minister’s announcement came shortly before activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike.
Wangchuk called off his fast after receiving written assurances from the Centre, including a promise that no legal action would be taken against peaceful protesters, discussions on examination reforms would take place in Parliament, and compensation for families affected by the NEET paper leak would be considered.
He described the decision as the “end of hunger and the beginning of accountability.”
Protests Continue
The student movement led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has continued for nearly a month at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.
The protesters are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, a transparent investigation into the alleged NEET paper leak, and comprehensive reforms to India’s examination system.
While the government has announced legislative action and promised stricter measures against paper leaks, several activists and public figures, including Dia Mirza, believe more needs to be done to address the emotional impact on students and their families.
As the debate over education reforms continues, the NEET controversy remains one of the country’s most closely watched public issues, with students, parents, and political leaders awaiting concrete action beyond official assurances.
