Sunday, 21 June 2026 PDT | 03:27 AM
The 1 News Alt Logo Text Smart News for Global Indians

India's 'Cockroach' movement

India June 09, 2026 02:02 PM
India's 'Cockroach' movement

India's 'Cockroach' movement — and why it matters

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video

Driven by youth anger and deeper systemic issues, the movement began online but is now gaining momentum on the ground.

Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over repeated exam paper leaks—reflecting deep frustration among young people over corruption and failures in the education system.

The key question now is whether this wave of online-driven activism can translate into real political pressure. DW takes a closer look at the movement and what's behind it.