Rahul Gandhi Talks With Gen Z NEET Paper Leak Protesters, Says ‘Played UNO Reverse’ on Government (Video)
Rahul Gandhi met young Gen Z protesters who had participated in the NEET paper leak protests and shared a video of their conversation on Instagram. In the video, Rhiya Ahir and others discuss online abuse, confidence and their experience of protesting. Gandhi captioned the post: 'Beaten, bullied, belittled and betrayed by the government' and praised their resilience.
The Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met young Gen Z protesters who had participated in demonstrations over the NEET paper leak and shared a video of their interaction on Instagram. The conversation touched on online abuse, the impact of the protests and the confidence the young activists said they gained from taking part in the movement.
Rahul Gandhi accompanied the video with a caption praising the protesters' response to criticism and describing their actions as an “UNO Reverse”. He wrote: “Beaten, bullied, belittled and betrayed by the government - and what did Gen Z do in return? Played an UNO Reverse - laughed it off while bringing the power to its knees. Proud of their spirit, courage and resilience!” 'Stop This Nonsense of Thrashing Students': Rahul Gandhi Demands PM Modi's Apology Over Police Crackdown.
Rahul Gandhi Meets Gen Z NEET Paper Leak Protesters
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Rahul Gandhi Talks To Gen Z Protesters
The video features Gandhi speaking with young protesters, including Rhiya Ahir, who was associated with the NEET paper leak protests in Mumbai. Rahul Gandhi asks the group, “How Are You?” The conversation subsequently turns to the online abuse some of the protesters say they have faced.
‘10 to 12 Abuses Daily’: Protesters Talk Online Abuse
One young woman tells Gandhi that she receives at least 10 to 12 abuses daily. Rhiya Ahir says she receives around 90 to 100 abuses per day. Another young man tells Gandhi that he saw a video in which someone said that he looked like a terrorist. Gandhi responds jokingly by asking, “What does a terrorist looks like?” The exchange takes place in a conversational tone as the young protesters discuss their experiences following their participation in the demonstrations. ‘Dard, Data, Daulat’: Rahul Gandhi Highlights Jobs, Paper Leaks at ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ Rally in Prayagraj (Video).
Rahul Gandhi Asks About Their Experience
Gandhi then asks the protesters about their experience and whether participating in the protests had increased their confidence. “What was your experience. Did it raised your confidence.” he asks.
The group responds that the experience did give them confidence. “Yes it gave us confidence,” they say. Rhiya subsequently says she now feels that she cannot be intimidated. She says, “No One can touch her.”
The video concludes with Gandhi highlighting what he sees as the resilience and courage of the young protesters. His Instagram caption described their response as an “UNO Reverse” and praised them for standing their ground despite criticism and abuse. The video comes as the issue of the NEET examination and alleged irregularities has continued to feature prominently in political and public debate.
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