Why are thousands protesting for education reform in India?

Core point

In India, tens of thousands of Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets of the capital Delhi, calling for the resignation of the country's education minister. The movement, known as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), started as a satirical online initiative and has quickly gained traction among disaffected youth. The protests have spread to other cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Goa, where candle-lit vigils were held. The movement's name is a parody of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party, and it has become a significant voice against issues in India's education system.