India's 'cockroach' protests challenge PM Modi as Supreme Court orders inquiry

A youth-led movement in India, dubbed the “cockroach” protests, is planning further demonstrations for next month, posing a growing challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. The protests have gained significant attention, leading India's Supreme Court to order an inquiry into police conduct during demonstrations last month.

Police have publicly rejected a report from Amnesty International that accused them of brutality during the protests. The human rights organization's findings have been contested by authorities, who maintain their actions were appropriate.

With more demonstrations on the horizon, the scale of the problem this youth-led movement presents for the government remains a key question. The protests, characterized by their persistence and the involvement of young people, highlight a segment of the population expressing dissent and demanding accountability.