Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Gen Z Protests with Memes, Music, and Mockery
Gen Z protesters are using memes, music, and sarcastic humour on social media to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protests started at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and have spread across the country.
Protesters are creatively blending political messaging with viral internet trends, using popular culture references and satirical videos to express their discontent.
They are also addressing environmental concerns and police actions through their online humour.
The protests have gained significant attention on platforms like Instagram and X, with participants sharing their experiences and creative expressions.
Gen Z protesters are using memes, music, and sarcastic humour to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protests started at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi and have spread nationwide.
Protesters are creatively blending political messaging with viral internet trends.
Popular culture references, including songs and superheroes, are used to satirise police actions and express discontent.
Environmental concerns and police actions are addressed through online humour and satire.
- Who
- Gen Z protesters and the Cockroach Janata Party
- What
- Protests using memes, music, and mockery to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- When
- Since June 20, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, and other cities across India
- Why
- Over examination irregularities and the NEET question paper leak
Protesters
Government
Resignation of Education Minister
Protesters
Protesters demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over examination irregularities and the NEET question paper leak.
Government
The government has not publicly responded to the demands for Pradhan's resignation.
Police Action
Protesters
Protesters criticize the police for using tear gas and lathi charges against them, calling it excessive force.
Government
The government and police have not publicly addressed the allegations of excessive force.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Protest Start Date
- June 20, 2026
- Key Demand
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Protest Spread
- Nationwide, including Mumbai, Indore, Udaipur, and Hyderabad
- Social Media Platforms
- Instagram and X
- Protest Methods
- Memes, music, sarcastic humour, and creative expressions
- Environmental Concerns
- Mockery of tear gas use and its environmental impact
- Cultural References
- Use of songs, superheroes, and historical figures in protests