Cinema VinesOn July 21, 2026, actress Ranjini Haridas joined a protest march in New Delhi organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, standing with students demanding answers over alleged irregularities in the NEET‑UG exam and the CBSE Class XII evaluation process. The demonstration, held at Jantar Mantar, drew a mix of artists and activists, including Sija Rose and Noila Francy.
During the march, Haridas expressed shock at the removal of education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, who had been on a hunger strike at the protest site. She said, “I didn’t like the way Wangchukji was removed from the protest site. He was on a hunger strike and was spoken to rudely before being wrapped in a white cloth and taken away. This is not something that should happen in our country, especially to someone carrying out a peaceful protest.”
The actress noted that she had initially limited her support to sharing updates on social media, but witnessing Wangchuk’s removal prompted her to travel to Delhi and join the demonstration in person. She also claimed that police actions had obstructed the protest, with several students stopped while trying to reach the venue.
Haridas highlighted the broader stakes, stressing that education is a critical concern for families who make significant financial and personal sacrifices. She demanded a clear response from the government, calling for accountability, dialogue, the resignation of the Education Minister, and compensation for families of students who lost their lives over the NEET examination.
“I cannot understand why the present government is unwilling to hold discussions. That is all they are asking for: take responsibility and sit down for a conversation. There are some basic demands, including the resignation of the Education Minister and compensation for the families of students who lost their lives over the NEET examination,” Haridas said. “This is neither a huge demand nor something difficult to do. We elected you to govern this country, which means you are expected to work for us. Listening to us is one of the most basic things a government can do. How difficult is that?” she added.
