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India: Can 'cockroaches' threaten Modi's political grip?

DW13 October 2026, 15:20 UTCIndia

Thousands detained, leaders arrested on arrival, and a capital under lockdown: the youth-led protests against the election chief have the attention of the Indian government. But experts say toppling it is another matter.

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