23 July,2026 08:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Salman Khan. Pic via Instagram
A day after speaking up against the NEET paper leak, Salman Khan has now urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike and eat something. The actor also added that the students need not worry, as they are the priority, asking them to go back home. Salman's post comes after PM Narendra Modi promised strict action against those involved in the controversy.
Taking to his social media, Salman shared a picture of himself sitting with a mug, as he is seen stroking his hair. In the caption, he wrote, "The students are at top priority, educationally n security-wise, so they need not worry and have their parents worried for them. The Honourable 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."
He further penned a note for Sonam Wangchuk and wrote, "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."
Earlier today, PM Modi spoke on the ongoing issue via social media. He wrote, "Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth! We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared."
On July 22, Salman Khan broke his silence on the ongoing student protests across the country over the NEET paper leak, extending his support to students. Sharing a throwback picture from his student days, Salman wrote, "It was such a peaceful movement, feel so sad that it had to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families who were hurt. Paper leak is a very serious issue, and I am glad to know n see that the kids of our country have come together for a better educational system, and their parents supported them."
He further added, "This issue is between the students and the educational system, it should not be hijacked politically, the credit should only go to the students of our country, and I am sure the government will also give them all the support n make it a stronger educational system. It's a win-win situation. Hoping n praying for a positive decision. God bless all of you who wanna be educated."
