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Thousands of supporters of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party have gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and have attempted to march on Parliament, protesting alleged examination paper leaks and demanding the education minister's resignation. Police have erected heavy barricades, used batons and tear gas during clashes, and have detained or hospitalised hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk.
Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party have forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign over exam leaks and irregularities. The movement, born online, has mobilized millions of Gen Z followers and spurred government actions, from a high-profile task force to a renewed push for exam reforms. The developments unfold as Prime Minister Modi grapples with youth frustration and political backlash.
A youth-led movement called the Cockroach Janta Party has forced Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign after nationwide protests over leaked medical entrance papers and chronic graduate unemployment. Protesters have used Instagram and memes to mobilise, courts have ordered the release of minors, some states have filed cases against demonstrators, and the government has proposed tougher exam laws.
Tarun Tejpal has been convicted of rape and sexual harassment by the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court. The court has sentenced him to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and given two weeks to surrender. The ruling overturns a 2021 acquittal and follows a high-profile case that attracted national attention amid debates over sexual violence laws in India.