Vikas Pandey

India's satirical Cockroach Janta Party called off a five-week protest after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, a move the youth-led movement celebrated as a victory for democracy. The protests demanded education reforms, action over examination paper leaks and accountability for police violence, gaining momentum after a crackdown injured about 300 people and led to arrests. Activist Sonam Wangchuk also ended a hunger strike after receiving government assurances. The resignation has weakened Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political standing, while the movement says it will continue seeking compensation for families affected by student suicides and action against officers accused of excessive force.