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A youth-led Indian movement calling itself the “Cockroach Janta Party” is staging a massive protest against the government’s handling of leaked medical entrance exams that affected two million students. After authorities blocked their planned march on parliament, thousands rallied in New Delhi following the forcible hospitalization of activist Sonam Wangchuk during his hunger strike. The movement, which exploded online with 22 million Instagram followers, now has political backing and is demanding accountability and parliamentary engagement — with Wangchuk pledging to end his fast only if the government takes responsibility or MPs promise action. Tensions remain high as police deploy forces amid claims of excessive force, though officials deny it. The protest has become a defining challenge to Prime Minister Modi’s administration.

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