Sahiba Bali, known for her role in Imtiaz Ali’s film “Chamkiila,” has expressed her disappointment over the recent changes made to NCERT textbooks. Bali took to social media to voice her concerns about the removal of certain historical events from the curriculum.
Sahiba Bali’s Reaction
Bali shared a post on her Instagram story, questioning the removal of historical events related to Mughal rulers. She felt that understanding the impact of these rulers on the Indian subcontinent is crucial, especially for grasping the cultural nuances of North India. Bali suggested including more regional history and focusing on Indian rulers, but removing historical facts altogether doesn’t make sense.
She also shared a video on her Instagram story, further elaborating her views.
Changes in NCERT Textbooks
The NCERT has made significant changes to the social science textbook for Class 7. The updated curriculum for the 2025-26 session has removed chapters on medieval Indian rulers like the Mughals, Tughlaqs, Lodhis, and Khaljis.
- Instead, the new curriculum includes chapters on ancient Indian dynasties.
- It also covers religious sites and cultural traditions.
These changes have sparked a debate about the importance of preserving historical facts in education.
Sahiba Bali’s Work
Sahiba Bali was seen in “Chamkiila,” a film directed by Imtiaz Ali and released in 2024. Her performance in the film has been notable, and her recent comments on the NCERT changes have put her in the spotlight again.