Key facts
- Young protesters in New Delhi say a recent police crackdown has strengthened their resolve.
- Protesters accuse authorities of undermining constitutional voting rights.
Young protesters in India's capital say a recent police crackdown has strengthened their determination to challenge authorities they believe are undermining their basic constitutional voting and other rights. Experts and protesters suggest these youth-led protests could mark a turning point in how Gen Z engages in politics. Indian security personnel were seen interdicting a member of the Cockroach Janta Party during a recent protest in New Delhi, where demonstrators were demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, India's chief election commissioner.