Naseeruddin Shah Backs Jamia Students, Calls Himself 'Dimagi Naxal'
· India · The Hindu, India Today, Indian Express
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has publicly supported Jamia Millia Islamia students protesting for their union's restoration, calling himself a proud "dimagi naxal" in a video posted on Facebook on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Shah accused the BJP-led central government of attempting to dismantle the education system and undermine the youth's spirit. He also criticised the government's handling of protests over NEET exam irregularities in July. Last week, Shah had also extended support to students of the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute who were staging a sit-in over campus violence. He quoted Aamir Aziz's poem, stating that atrocities against students would be remembered.
Why it matters
Naseeruddin Shah's public statements and support for student protests against government policies add a prominent voice to ongoing debates about academic freedom and dissent in India. His criticism of the government's actions could influence public opinion and further fuel discussions on political discourse and civil liberties.
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