New Delhi, July 23 -- Actor Kareena Kapoor on Thursday voiced support for students protesting across India over the alleged NEET paper leak, examination irregularities and demands for education reforms, saying young people deserve to be heard and trusted.

Sharing a note on Instagram, the actor described students as the nation's future and said listening to them was not a choice but an obligation. The protests have called for accountability over the alleged irregularities and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

One of Bollywood's biggest stars, Kareena said she decided to speak after reflecting on the issue for several days.

"I've sat with this for a few days, but I can't sit with it any longer. The voices of...