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India's Youth Movement Challenges Government Over Education and Unemployment
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2026-07-21 07:47   Politics   10

India's Youth Movement Challenges Government Over Education and Unemployment

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), initially a satirical online joke, has evolved into a significant political movement in India.Founded by Abhijeet Dipke after a social media comment likened unemployed youth to 'parasites' and 'cockroaches', the party gained traction by addressing systemic issues like exam leaks and youth unemployment.

The CJP's focus on leaked medical entrance exams (NEET) and the government's failure to address them has galvanised millions of students and parents.Protests, including a major demonstration in Delhi and a hunger strike led by Sonam Wangchuk, have drawn national attention.

Despite the Modi government's dismissive stance, the movement continues to demand accountability, highlighting deepening frustrations with India's education system and job market.The protests, marked by police clashes and widespread participation, underscore a growing challenge to the ruling BJP's dominance.

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