Cockroaches thrive in filth and extreme environments. But how did they become the symbol of India’s youth?

In this episode, Madhvi speaks with Bindu Romi Gurjar @samachar_by_bindu an independent journalist who has been reporting from the ground on the Cockroach Janata Party movement and other major protests across India. Together, we unpack how the Cockroach Janata Party transformed an insult into one of India’s most viral youth-led movements, why Gen Z is taking to the streets and social media to demand accountability, and what these protests reveal about the changing relationship between young people, politics, and the media.

From memes to mass mobilisation, police crackdowns to digital resistance, this conversation offers a firsthand perspective on a generation fighting for jobs, justice, and accountability.

Note: This episode was originally recorded in Hindi and has been translated into English.