Police Cane Supporters of India’s Cockroach Movement as Thousands Gather for March The sight of police caning protesters in New Delhi on July 20 was a stark reminder of the deepening divide between India's youth and its government.
The cockroach movement, a youth led uprising against corruption and unemployment, has been gaining momentum over months, with tens of thousands of young Indians taking to the streets to demand change.
At its core, the movement is driven by widespread frustration with the education system, which has been plagued by examination paper leaks for years.