Sonam Wangchuk is on a hunger strike, students suffered because of the NEET paper leak, and many lives have been devastated. Yet so-called youth influencers with millions of subscribers stay silent. They have no problem begging people to subscribe to their channels, but when it comes to speaking up on an issue that affects millions of young Indians, they disappear. No one can force you to speak, but silence on an issue that affects the very audience that made you famous says a lot. Real influence isn't just about roasting people for entertainment—it's about having the courage to speak when millions of students are demanding accountability. If you won't stand with the youth during one of the biggest education controversies, then don't expect people to see you as more than just an entertainer.
No one is forced to speak, but if you enjoy the support of millions of young people, don't be surprised when they question your silence. Influence should be about more than views and money. The youth deserve better from those they helped become famous.