Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was briefly detained in Delhi on Monday after he and other protesters gathered outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence. Gandhi was pulled onto a bus and driven away by police, according to video footage of the incident.
Protest in solidarity with Cockroach movement
Gandhi was protesting in solidarity with the Cockroach movement, a Gen Z-led protest movement that has called for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The movement alleges that police used excessive force against young protesters on Monday, sparking widespread outrage. Gandhi's detention came as he joined demonstrators demanding accountability for the alleged police brutality.
Police action and Gandhi's response
Police moved in quickly as Gandhi and supporters began their protest near the prime minister's official residence. Video shows Gandhi being physically guided onto a bus by officers. He was later released after a brief detention, according to reports. The opposition leader has criticized the government's handling of the protests and called for an independent investigation into the police conduct.
Cockroach movement demands
The Cockroach movement, named after a symbol used by protesters, has gained traction among young Indians. Demonstrators accuse the police of using unnecessary force during a protest on Monday, which left several injured. The movement demands Pradhan's resignation and a probe into police actions. The government has not yet commented on the specific allegations.
