Rajasthan: 'Reel Star' Jibe At Collector Tina Dabi Sparks Student Unrest In Barmer

A student protest against a college fee hike in Rajasthan's Barmer district has escalated into a major controversy involving District Collector Tina Dabi. The unrest turned volatile after police detained student leaders for allegedly making a remark mocking the IAS officer, reportedly calling her a 'reel star'. While the students described the police action as an 'attack on free speech', authorities have characterized the comment as intimidation and a threat to public order. The situation intensified as women students staged a sit-in at the police station demanding the release of their leaders. The protests and the images of the confrontation have since gone viral, sparking a debate on social media about the administration's response to student grievances.