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India cracks down on youth protests against Modi
Original: India cracks down on youth protests as anger grows against Modi and election chief
Indian authorities are cracking down on youth-led protests amid growing anger toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the country's election chief. Demonstrators have faced detentions and restrictions as the movement spreads, with critics accusing the government of silencing dissent over concerns about the Election Commission's independence. The confrontation has drawn international media attention and intensified scrutiny of Modi's handling of rising public discontent.
Why now: Fresh reports of a government crackdown on young demonstrators have heightened concerns about shrinking democratic space ahead of electoral disputes.
IndiaNarendra ModiElection Commission of India
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- India cracks down on youth protests as anger grows against Modi and election chief · Los Angeles Times
- India cracks down on youth protests as anger grows against Modi and election chief · NPR
- India cracks down on youth protests as anger grows against Modi and election chief · Audacy
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