CJP protest organic or manufactured? Gen Z debates on India Today Roundtable

In an India Today Democratic Newsroom broadcast hosted by Akshita Gopal, young journalists, anchors, and producers join a Gen Z roundtable alongside senior journalist Rajdeep Sardesai to analyse student protests in Delhi. Reporters Jessica Goel, Anand Singh, and Shivang report from Jantar Mantar, where crowds gathered over the NEET paper leak, CBSE examination controversies, and broader educational grievances.

The discussion covers police lathi-charge incidents, demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, allegations of political hijacking, and the movement's organic growth following Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Additionally, the panel evaluates Prime Minister Narendra Modi's midnight vertical selfie video message released on social media to engage younger citizens. The broadcast examines Prime Minister Modi's directive instructing Union cabinet ministers to maintain an active presence on platforms like Instagram through interactive content. The panel further addresses systemic flaws in the education sector, democratic dialogue, accountability, youth employment, and overall education quality in India.