On Monday, July 20th, 2026, thousands of demonstrators in New Delhi marched to the Indian parliament demanding the sacking of the country's education minister. The protest was led by the Cockroach movement, a youth-led platform that began as a satirical initiative but has since evolved into a significant political force.

The protesters became more galvanized after a social activist, who had been on a hunger strike, was forcibly moved to a hospital against his will. This event intensified the movement's call for accountability and change within the education sector.

The demonstration highlights growing youth activism in India, with the Cockroach movement at the forefront of mobilizing young people around political and social issues.

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