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NEW DELHI — In a direct public appeal, Bollywood actor Salman Khan has urged educationist and social activist Sonam Wangchuk to break his weeks-long hunger strike. The actor also called on protesting students to return home, citing official government assurances that strict measures will be taken against those responsible for competitive exam paper leaks.
Key Takeaways
- Direct Appeal: Salman Khan posted a message on social media asking Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast, offering to send him home-cooked food.
- Student Focus: The actor encouraged protesting youth to return to their families, emphasizing that their point had been successfully registered.
- Government Response: The statement comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of fast-track courts to prosecute individuals involved in paper leaks.
“Sonam, It’s Done, Bro”
Addressing Wangchuk, who joined student-led agitations demanding systemic educational reforms and accountability, Khan wrote:
“The students are at top priority, educationally n security-wise, so they need not worry and have their parents worried for them. The Honorable Prime Minister has tweeted, and I am sure that he will take strict action against all those people who are responsible for this leak. So students, plz go back to your parents n homes.”
“Sonam, it’s done, bro. Don’t extend this. Keep the spirit for another day if there be a need, which I doubt, n eat something. If u want, will send u food from home.”
The appeal follows an earlier statement from the actor commending the youth for raising their voices peacefully while cautioning that the movement should remain focused on educational integrity rather than political agendas.
Background of the Protests
The student movement gained momentum following allegations of widespread paper leaks in national competitive examinations. Wangchuk initiated an indefinite hunger strike in late June at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar to demonstrate solidarity with student demands.
As his health declined during the multi-week fast, authorities transferred Wangchuk to a medical facility. In recent days, government officials have held talks with the activist, while assurances were issued regarding fast-track judicial processes to safeguard the integrity of national examinations.
