India's 'Cockroach' Protest Leaders Vow to Continue Campaign After Violent Crackdown

Leaders of India's youth-led 'cockroach' protest movement have said they will continue their campaign but will not hold any more marches in New Delhi after a violent police crackdown. The crackdown on Monday left at least 60 protesters wounded, according to reports. Police said 118 of their own personnel were also injured. The movement, which began as a satirical protest, has evolved into a nationwide challenge to the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Protest leaders said they would now shift their tactics to other forms of campaigning, but they did not specify what those would be. The violence has drawn widespread condemnation, with opposition parties accusing the government of using excessive force. The government has defended the police action, saying it was necessary to maintain public order. The 'cockroach' protests, named after a term used by a ruling party politician to insult the opposition, have gained significant momentum in recent weeks, drawing thousands of young people across the country. The movement's demands include action on unemployment, inflation, and alleged government corruption. Despite the crackdown, the protesters have vowed to continue their struggle peacefully.