India's Youth Rise as Cockroaches | San Francisco News

A bold, youth-driven movement in India, dubbed “Cockroaches,” has erupted after a Supreme Court judge likened unemployed youth to pests — which the protesters turned into a symbol of resilience. Spreading rapidly through social media and onto campuses, they’re demanding the education minister’s resignation and systemic reforms, challenging both institutions and the government. Clashes with police, high-profile meetings, and even support from opposition leaders have thrust this decentralized, grassroots uprising into the national spotlight — and it’s reshaping the political landscape as Prime Minister Modi faces a formidable, young, and increasingly vocal electorate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5322e42d9e1c6a65