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India’s Cockroach movement protesters show no sign of backing down

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Thousands of protesters gathered in central Delhi to demand education reforms, part of the 'Cockroach movement' against the Narendra Modi government. Despite police violence on Monday, protesters remain defiant and continue to demonstrate. The movement represents a significant show of dissent, with participants like Taru expressing determination to persist until their demands are met. The ongoing protests highlight growing public pressure for education reform in India.

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Protesters carry anti-government posters

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Taru stated that protesters are not scared of police and will not run away until they are listened to.

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Thousands of people are protesting in Delhi demanding education reforms.

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  • Protesters carry anti-government posters
  • Movement targets the Narendra Modi government

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<p>Thousands of people again on the streets of Delhi calling for education reforms despite police actions on Monday</p><p>Taru had come to the protest prepared this time. In one hand was an anti-government poster and in the other was a bicycle helmet. “We need to have protection in case Delhi police use force again,” said the 25-year-old, who stood among her friends.

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Thousands of people are protesting in Delhi demanding education reforms.

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Delhi police used violence against protesters on Monday.

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Protester Taru brought a bicycle helmet for protection in case of police violence.

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Taru stated that protesters are not scared of police and will not run away until they are listened to.

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The expression of dissent is unprecedented.

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The protests are against the ruling Narendra Modi government.

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