India's youth-led 'Cockroach' protests, demanding educational reforms and government accountability, have escalated after violent clashes with police.

The movement, which began as a satirical protest following a Supreme Court judge's derogatory remark about India's youth, has gained momentum with support from professionals, families, and students.

Protesters remain camped at Jantar Mantar, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged failures in the examination system.Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi and Congress lawmakers joined the protests, facing police intervention.Delhi Police reported 180 injuries, including 118 security personnel.

The government's initial engagement with protesters failed to ease tensions, with activists calling for concrete actions like reforms and compensation for affected families.Social media footage of police brutality and protester resilience has fueled public outrage, with more citizens joining the movement.The protests highlight growing dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government and its handling of dissent.