Thousands of protesters gathered in Delhi on Monday, defying police orders and restrictions to demand the resignation of India’s education minister. The demonstration was largely composed of students and young people from Generation Z who took to the streets despite significant obstacles imposed by authorities.

Delhi police, operating under the direction of India’s central government, had denied permission for the march and shut down internet access in the city center in an effort to curb the protest. Security forces employed measures such as baton charges and teargas to disperse crowds as demonstrators attempted to advance toward the parliament building.

The protesters expressed strong dissatisfaction with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing it of neglecting the interests and needs of the country’s youth. The large turnout underscored growing frustration among young Indians regarding the government’s policies on education and other related issues.

Despite the police crackdown and communication blackout, the demonstration proceeded with thousands taking part, signaling a significant public display of dissent in the capital. The protest highlights ongoing tensions between the government and segments of the population advocating for reforms in the education sector and greater youth representation.