Why the latest action from India's youth-led 'cockroach' movement is targeting the election chief

DW28 September 2026, 14:18 UTCIndia

The 'cockroach' movement has emerged as an influential force in Indian politics. Its latest campaign targets the election commission amid a wider debate over voter rolls and public trust in electoral institutions.

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