Kerala's Opposition Leader Backs Youth Hunger Strike Against Modi Government
On July 18, 2026, Pinarayi Vijayan, Kerala's Leader of the Opposition, expressed support for student and youth activists protesting at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi against the "authoritarian rule" of the Sangh Parivar and Narendra Modi government. The protests, led by the Cockroach Janta Party and supported by left-wing groups like SFI, AISF, and AISA, included a hunger strike initiated by SFI national president Adarsh M. Saji and joint secretary Aishe Ghosh. Mr. Vijayan emphasized that students are vital for India's future and called for dialogue to address their concerns.
26 JUL 2026
— Al Jazeera
Pralhad Joshi was appointed India's education minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation due to protests over a NEET exam leak.
28 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Rahul Gandhi criticized Pralhad Joshi's appointment as Education Minister, citing his past defense of the early release of rapists.
4 AUG 2026
— BBC
India's education minister resigned due to protests over exam leaks, prompting Prime Minister Modi to implement reforms but youth unemployment remains a significant challenge.
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