The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a youth-led movement in India, has demanded the release of protesters detained during nationwide rallies following reports of arrests in states like Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar.

The group, which originated as a satirical response to a chief justice's derogatory remarks about young people, has expanded its agenda to include concerns over unemployment, governance, and perceived authoritarianism under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The protests, initially sparked by exam paper leaks and irregularities, led to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.However, the CJP accuses the government of backtracking after assurances of no punitive action against protesters.Recent demonstrations in New Delhi turned violent on July 20, prompting police to use tear gas and batons, leading to widespread detentions.The movement has become a significant challenge to Modi's government, with parliamentary disruptions and calls for examination system reforms.

Despite this, the government introduced stricter penalties for exam leaks, highlighting ongoing tensions over educational transparency and youth empowerment.