Ayesha Khan Detained During NEET Protest

The nationwide outrage over the alleged NEET examination scam continues to intensify, with protests spreading across several cities. Amid the growing demonstrations, actress Ayesha Khan was detained by Mumbai Police while participating in a peaceful protest in support of students. The incident has sparked widespread debate on social media after the actress shared emotional videos alleging that she was wrongfully detained.

The protests, which began after allegations of irregularities in the NEET examination and reports of student deaths linked to the controversy, have led to demands for accountability. Protesters have also called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, while police action against demonstrators has drawn criticism from several quarters.

Emotional Video Goes Viral

Ayesha Khan, who was reportedly protesting along with her brother and friends in Mumbai’s Dadar area, said the group was detained because protests were not permitted at the location. According to the actress, police shifted them to the Worli Police Station despite the demonstration being peaceful.

In videos shared on social media, Ayesha appeared visibly emotional, claiming she was forcibly taken into a police vehicle. She questioned the action taken against peaceful protesters and alleged that she was unfairly detained for standing in support of students. The videos have since gone viral, with many users expressing support while others debated the police action.

Film Personalities Extend Support

The NEET protest has received support from several members of the film industry. In Kochi, actors including Priya Prakash Varrier, Gouri G. Kishan, Joju George, and filmmaker Aashiq Abu were seen participating in demonstrations holding placards in solidarity with students. Actor Prakash Raj has also voiced support through social media posts calling for justice and transparency.

Who Is Ayesha Khan?

Ayesha Khan made her acting debut with the Telugu film Mukhachitram in 2022. She later gained recognition for her role in Om Bheem Bush, starring alongside Sree Vishnu. She has also appeared in Telugu films such as Gangs of Godavari and Manamey.

Most recently, Ayesha attracted nationwide attention with her appearance in the song “Shararat” from the Hindi film Dhurandhar, further expanding her popularity across audiences.

Social Media Reacts

Following the release of Ayesha Khan’s videos, social media platforms witnessed a flood of reactions. While many users praised the actress for standing with students, others defended the police action, arguing that authorities were enforcing local restrictions on public gatherings. The incident has added another high-profile dimension to the ongoing debate surrounding the NEET controversy and the nationwide protests.