# Who are the women powering India's youth-led protests?

https://mins.news/en/item/108084

- DW, 2026-10-20 15:04 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/who-are-the-women-powering-india-s-youth-led-protests/a-79709824?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Women are joining the youth-led “Cockroach” protests in Indian cities despite online harassment and police detentions, refusing to be portrayed as victims amid a broad crackdown. The movement is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, while student leader Neha Bora has become a prominent figure in the demonstrations.

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