by Feroze Mithiborwala
20 July 2026
A firsthand account traces the recent wave of student-led protests from Delhi’s Jantar Mantar to Mumbai’s Chaityabhoomi, highlighting detentions, police action, and growing public participation.
The article describes how demonstrations over examination failures and concerns about governance have expanded into a broader movement involving youth, students, and civil society groups.
It reflects on the experiences of those detained, the role of solidarity across cities, and the increasing engagement of a new generation in public protest.
The piece argues that these developments mark a significant moment in the country’s democratic and political landscape.