Sat 25 July 2026:
What started as an online satire has now transformed into a major, nationwide movement that’s challenging India’s government.
The so-called ‘Cockroach Janta Party’, burst onto the political scene in May after crucial exam papers were leaked, triggering a public outcry.
But concerns have now broadened to include youth unemployment, and other issues affecting young people.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing what’s likely the biggest challenge of his third term.
And he’s promised to crack down on the exam leaks–
But the protest leaders insist, that’s not good enough.
They say they won’t back down- until the Minister of Education out of office.
So, will this lead to a lasting change? and can the movement maintain its momentum?
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Presenter: Anna Burns-Francis
Guests:
Amulya Dhawan – Political Science and Sociology student at Ashoka University and media volunteer with the Cockroach Janta Party.
MK Venu – Founding Editor of The Wire.
Yamini Aiyar – Visiting Professor of Practice at The Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University.
-Source: Al Jazeera
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