# 19-year-old's reels energize India's paper leak protests

- Topic: india
- Source: The Indian Express Delhi
- Published: 2026-07-28
- Original: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/masti-must-not-stop-19-yr-old-whose-reels-energised-protest-10808142/
- Language: en
- Image: https://images.indianexpress.com/2026/07/IMG_4339.jpeg

Abhinav Bisht, a 19-year-old social media influencer, used his Instagram account to document the paper leak protests in India. His reels, which showcased the fun and determination of the protesters, went viral and helped to amplify the movement.

## Key takeaways

- Abhinav's reels captured the high spirits and wit of the protesters.
- His account gained 766k followers during the protest, up from 2,450.
- Abhinav's content helped to bring attention to the paper leak issue and the protesters' demands for accountability.

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