Student-led demonstrations demanding education reforms intensified in India after activist Sonam Wangchuk was reportedly taken to a hospital, triggering clashes with police during a march toward Parliament.
Student demonstrations demanding sweeping reforms to India’s education system intensified after police confronted protesters attempting to march toward Parliament in New Delhi. Authorities used tear gas and baton charges to disperse the crowd, according to media reports, as tensions escalated between demonstrators and security forces.
The protest was organized by students, parents, and civil society activists under the leadership of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which said the march aimed to highlight concerns over the country’s education system and the broader education crisis.
The demonstrations gained momentum after social activist and education advocate Sonam Wangchuk was reportedly taken to a hospital against his wishes, an incident that protesters described as a catalyst for the nationwide campaign. Demonstrators alleged that police used force despite the march remaining peaceful.
CJP founder Abhijeet Deepke criticized the government’s handling of Wangchuk, calling the reported treatment unacceptable. The group also demanded the resignation of India’s education minister and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that authorities sought to suppress dissent through the use of force.
The reported police action has drawn renewed attention to growing dissatisfaction among sections of students and education advocates, who argue that significant reforms are needed to improve educational standards, accessibility, and governance. Authorities have not publicly responded to all of the allegations made by protest organizers.
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