India's Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, has resigned after a week of mass demonstrations led by the Cockroach Youth Movement, which were sparked by an exam leak scandal. According to The Guardian, Pradhan submitted his letter of resignation to the Prime Minister on Saturday afternoon. This resignation marks a significant victory for the protesters, who have been demanding action over the scandal.
The protests, which have posed an unprecedented challenge to Narendra Modi's government, drew thousands of participants and garnered attention from various quarters. The Guardian reports that the movement has been led by a new youth movement, with one activist even going on a 26-day hunger strike, which was later ended as protests spread. Indian celebrities have also been criticized for their silence on the issue, as reported by The Guardian.
The Cockroach Youth Movement has become a major challenge to Modi's government, with the movement's meme becoming a symbol of the resistance, as described in The Guardian. The movement's determination and widespread support have made it a significant force in Indian politics.