Several prominent Indian writers, activists, and artists have spoken out about the recent student protests that are shaping the country's political landscape. According to a report, Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy, along with activist Saurav Das, political commentator Yogendra Yadav, actor Prakash Raj, filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, documentary maker Anand Patwardhan, musician Rahul Ram, and actor Vivaan Shah, expressed their views on what they describe as a push against democratic space. The group, in their statements, highlighted the role of the so-called 'Cockroach Janta Party'—a term used by critics to refer to the ruling party—in the ongoing protests. They argued that students and citizens are being forced to the wall by state actions. The report did not provide specific quotes but noted that the collective believed these protests represent a significant moment for Indian democracy. The individuals come from diverse fields but united in their concern over current events. No further details about the protests or the specific remarks were given in the source.