The Cockroach Janta Party’s satirical “Fix the Schools” campaign is drawing pushback from BJP leaders and supporters, who have targeted the group’s criticism of India’s education system and governance.
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India crushes cockroach dissent as ‘Fix Schools’ campaign riles Modi
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The Cockroach Janta Party’s satirical “Fix the Schools” campaign is drawing pushback from BJP leaders and supporters, who have targeted the group’s criticism of India’s education system and governance.
BJP-aligned opposition to a parody campaign shows how even symbolic criticism of the government can
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The backlash tests how much room remains in India for satire that challenges the ruling party’s record.
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