How did the Cockroach Janta Party - a student-led movement formed after Chief Justice Surya Kant's remark about 'youngsters like cockroaches' and fuelled

The student-led movement, known as the Cockroach Janta Party, quickly gained momentum and became a major force in the country. The movement was led

Movement's demands wide-ranging, but its

The movement's demands were wide-ranging, but at its core, it was about seeking justice for students who had been affected The movement also highlighted the need for greater support and resources for students struggling with mental health issues, which they felt was being neglected In a freewheeling interview with the Indian Express, CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka offered a few interesting insights into how much the 'cockroaches' struggled to get their demands heard.

"But no, I think it is very unfair," he said of people comparing the CJP to the opposition for what it has done. "People resort to looking at the final result, right? They'll not go into the process.

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We know how much we had to fight to arrive at this position," he told the Express' Srirupa Goswami, referring to the 37-day Jantar Mantar sit-in in June-July.

The CJP protest at Jantar Mantar in central Delhi was a major turning point for the movement. The protest began peacefully but quickly devolved into violence when Delhi Police launched a crackdown on protesters using lathi charges, tear gas, and allegedly pellet guns that caused injuries.

The trigger for this violence was reportedly when the government failed to engage with the students or start a dialogue till July 20.

Despite the challenges they faced, the CJP remained committed to their cause and continued to mobilize support from across the country. In August, the movement marked its 50th day of protests at Jantar Mantar, with thousands of students gathering to demand justice and better policies for students. The government's response was mixed, with some officials acknowledging the concerns raised "

On September 2, the Supreme Court stepped in and invoked its special powers under Article 142 to drop all cases related to the protests. This move was seen as a major victory for the CJP, who had been demanding justice and accountability from the government for months.

However, despite this victory, the CJP remains wary of the government's intentions. In an interview with the Express, Ashutosh Ranka expressed his concerns about the government's willingness to engage with students' issues. "I am pretty sure the government will honour what was being aligned in the Supreme Court… let us hope it doesn't come down to that," he said.

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Ranka also highlighted the need for greater trust between the government and the student community. "There is still very much democracy in the country, and there is respect for the institutions, especially the judiciary," he said, when asked about future protests.

"But if something is being said in the highest court, we do really hope the Delhi government and police will do as they say."

Ultimately, the Cockroach Janta Party has shown that students are not powerless and can mobilize to bring about change. The movement's success is a testament to the power of collective action and the importance of listening to the concerns of young people.

The CJP's experience also highlights the need for greater accountability from the government towards its citizens, particularly when it comes to issues affecting students' lives. As Ashutosh Ranka noted, "Trust is a big word. There's a lot that needs to be done to earn that trust."