How far will cockroach movement go? India's youth-led protests defy Modi government

A youth-led movement known as the 'Cockroach movement' is currently organizing protests in India against the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Originating as online satire directed at corruption, the movement has evolved into a significant mobilization that has prompted a state response, including the closure of transport networks and designated rally points in the capital city of Delhi.

The government has implemented a crackdown to suppress the demonstrations, resulting in the closure of a historic protest site. Authorities have also detained two of the movement's leaders for five days, citing violations of suppression measures as the government attempts to curb the momentum of the youth-led protests.