Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Back Youth NEET Protests

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh publicly supported the Cockroach Janta Party’s Sansad Chalo protest in Delhi, urging that the voices of the youth be heard amid the NEET protests. They posted a joint statement on X describing young people as the heartbeat of democracy and the true architects of the nation’s future, calling for listening, support, and empowerment. The protests coincided with the Monsoon Session of Parliament, with demonstrators demanding education reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amid NEET irregularities. Authorities used force to disperse crowds, detaining protesters and resulting in injuries among police personnel. The couple’s message aligned with a broader show of support from public figures and drew significant social media attention for championing youth participation. Public reaction on social media largely praised their stance and advocacy for fearless youth engagement.