CJP Protest | Whose Side Is Gen Z On? Politics Faces A Generational Reset
The student protests may be over, but a bigger political battle has just begun: who represents Gen Z? After a movement driven by young Indians
The student protests may be over, but a bigger political battle has just begun: who represents Gen Z? After a movement driven by young Indians forced major political concessions, the government is recalibrating its outreach, with PM Modi reportedly urging ministers to engage more actively on platforms like Instagram. But the challenge runs deeper than social media strategy. From the daughter of a senior Assam BJP leader joining anti-government slogans to political debates triggered by viral posts from within NDA families, signs of generational unease have surfaced in unexpected places.
Meanwhile, the controversy over CJP's viral "resignation party" has opened up a larger debate. Critics call it insensitive and a poor reflection of public discourse. Supporters argue it represents a new language of political expression-one that is digital-first, unapologetic and distinctly Gen Z. So is this a fundamental shift in how young Indians view politics and protest? Or is the language of virality blurring the line between activism and spectacle? Tonight, we ask: Is Gen Z changing politics-or is politics struggling to understand Gen Z?
About NDTV (English news channel) NDTV is India's Most-Trusted News Broadcaster with the latest updates in news, sports, entertainment and much more from within India and around the world. Watch big political debates, exclusive entertainment interviews, news bulletins, current affairs, talk shows and tech reviews with our 24x7 news live streams, packed with credible information across all platforms: TV, Internet
and Mobile. For Latest Videos, click here To watch NDTV 24x7's premium shows listed together for your easy access, click here For Ground Reports and Analysis from NDTV's reporters and anchors of day's top news stories, click here For News in Shorts, click here Like us on Join NDTV on Telegram Messenger NDTV NDTV India () Download NDTV Mobile Apps
The BriefWire