Indian playback singer Arijit Singh backed students participating in the CJP protest in Delhi and condemned police violence during the event.
The intervention by one of India's most prominent musical figures brings national attention to the treatment of student demonstrators by law enforcement. His public stance highlights the growing tension between youth activists and state security forces in the capital.
The protest took place July 20, 2026 [1] in the Jantar Mantar area of Delhi. Demonstrators were participating in a march that some reports described as a peaceful Chalo Sansad event, while others characterized it as part of NEET protests. According to reports, police responded to the gathering by deploying teargas shells and conducting lathi charges against thousands of students [2].
Singh shared his reaction Monday, July 21, 2026. In a post on X, he said the officers involved were "humans in uniform behaving like goons" [3]. The singer used his platform to express solidarity with the students and criticize the use of force against peaceful demonstrators.
Singh's comments were part of a broader wave of condemnation. Other public figures, including actress Huma Qureshi and singer Diljit Dosanjh, also expressed support for the students and criticized the police action [4].
The singer has faced personal backlash for his political stance. Singh addressed reports of fans removing his music from their libraries, saying to those who reacted by saying "delete my playlist" that he stands by his position [5].
“Humans in uniform behaving like goons”
The alignment of high-profile celebrities with student-led movements often amplifies the visibility of grassroots protests, potentially pressuring government officials to address the underlying grievances. In this instance, the focus on police brutality transforms a specific policy protest into a broader conversation about civil liberties and the conduct of law enforcement in urban centers.
