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Swara Bhasker says Bollywood avoids backing Wangchuk NEET fast
Indian Express··17 Jul
Actor Swara Bhasker said in a July 17 interview that Bollywood is not backing Sonam Wangchuk on day 20 of his NEET hunger fast, fearing repercussions after what happened to her career. She visited Jantar Mantar to show support. Bhasker demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and broader education reforms amid ongoing exam irregularity protests.
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What It Means For You
- Bollywood largely remains silent on Wangchuk's day 20 NEET hunger fast.
- Swara Bhasker visited Jantar Mantar and demanded education reforms.
- Exam irregularity protests continue with calls for ministerial accountability.
What's Happening
- Bhasker gave a July 17 interview on industry reluctance to support Wangchuk.
- She cited career repercussions as a reason for Bollywood's absence.
- She demanded Education Minister Pradhan's resignation.
NEET Protest Context
- Wangchuk's hunger strike over NEET irregularities entered day 20.
- Bhasker visited Jantar Mantar to show personal support.
- She called for broader education reforms beyond exam fixes.
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