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Gen-Z Mobilizes Against Reservation, Instagram Page Hits 5.3 Million Followers in 48 Hours
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 28 Jul 2026, 05:49 AM
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A Gen‑Z driven Instagram page opposing reservation policies has amassed over 5.3 million followers within two days, following the NEET exam.
A newly created Instagram page that campaigns against reservation policies has attracted more than 5.3 million followers in just 48 hours, according to reports from Amar Ujala. The surge follows the announcement of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) results, which has reignited debates on reservation in higher education.
The page, which is run by a group of Gen‑Z activists, focuses on the perceived impact of reservation on merit and fairness. Its rapid growth reflects a growing sentiment among young Indians who feel that reservation may disadvantage merit‑based admissions.
Social media experts note that the platform’s algorithm and the viral nature of the content have helped the page reach a wide audience quickly. The page’s followers include students, educators and policy observers.
While the page has not released a formal statement, its rapid follower count underscores the intensity of the debate surrounding reservation in India’s education system.
The page, which is run by a group of Gen‑Z activists, focuses on the perceived impact of reservation on merit and fairness. Its rapid growth reflects a growing sentiment among young Indians who feel that reservation may disadvantage merit‑based admissions.
Social media experts note that the platform’s algorithm and the viral nature of the content have helped the page reach a wide audience quickly. The page’s followers include students, educators and policy observers.
While the page has not released a formal statement, its rapid follower count underscores the intensity of the debate surrounding reservation in India’s education system.