Youth protests against alleged irregularities in competitive exams have gained significant public attention, with actors, sportspersons, and politicians extending support.

The movement began on June 6 when the Cockroach Janta Party started demonstrations at Jantar Mantar demanding resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over paper leaks allegations.Protests spread across cities like Delhi and Mumbai, facing heavy police action including baton charges and tear gas use.Celebrities like Salman Khan, Alia Bhatt, Shabana Azmi, and Imran Khan expressed solidarity through social media posts and physical participation.Sportspersons such as Abhinav Bindra and Shikhar Dhawan emphasized the importance of dialogue and institutional trust.The protests highlight concerns about educational transparency and youth empowerment, with calls for justice and systemic reforms.Public figures urged the government to address paper leak issues swiftly while advocating for peaceful resolutions.The movement underscores growing demands for accountability in academic systems and representation of young voices in societal discourse.