On Sunday, July 26, Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee called upon the youth to scrutinize their support for celebrities, influencers, and sports icons, emphasizing that those who remain silent on issues of public concern should not be blindly celebrated. The Diamond Harbour MP made these remarks in a post on his official WhatsApp channel, highlighting the recent events that showcased the power of young people in challenging governments. Banerjee stated that silence in times of crisis is equivalent to taking a stance, saying "When history calls for courage, silence is never neutral — it is a choice." He questioned why the public should continue to support those who do not stand with them during critical times. Banerjee's comments came amidst the backdrop of Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union education minister over exam irregularities and the NEET paper leak, which sparked widespread protests among students. He criticized public personalities for remaining silent on the students' protest, saying their silence spoke volumes. Banerjee urged the youth to make conscious choices, evaluating whether public figures uphold the values they claim to represent. He argued that public support, such as buying movie tickets or engaging with content creators, amounts to an endorsement of those personalities. Banerjee concluded by emphasizing that people have the power to decide whom to elevate and celebrate, using the hashtags 'NEET' and 'StudentsProtest' to link his appeal to issues concerning students and youth.
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