‘Heartbreaking to see the students suffer’: Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker speaks out on paper leak protests, demands accountability | Off the field News
Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has voiced concern over students protesting against alleged exam paper leaks, saying every child deserves access to education, safety and a fair chance at life.In a post on social media, the Indian shooter said the issue goes beyond politics and called for accountability to protect the future of students.“At this point, it’s about the lives of the future of our nation. It’s about us,” Bhaker wrote.“I am a student, and at one point, we all were students. Every child deserves access to education, safety, and a fair chance at life. These are not privileges — they are fundamental rights.”Referring to students and children who have lost their lives, Bhaker said they deserved a better future.“They were meant to be the future of our country,” she wrote, adding that “their dreams, their potential, and their futures should have been protected.”Bhaker also said the matter should not be viewed through a political lens and urged people to focus on the issues that affect everyone.“This is not about promoting or opposing any political party. It is about speaking up for what truly matters — education, the environment, safety, and accountability. These issues affect every one of us, regardless of our beliefs,” she said.The Olympic medallist said she was saddened to see students facing such circumstances and stressed that they deserved better.“I take immense pride in representing my country. That is why it is deeply heartbreaking to see the students suffer like this. We owe them more. We owe every child a future where they can learn, grow, and dream without fear,” she added.
