Guardian writer says Delhi protests have shaken Modi's hold on power
The Guardian argues the protests signal that Indians are no longer afraid of the government, while the New York Times argues the voter-roll dispute threatens Prime Minister Narendra Modi's standing and has revived democratic life.
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What happened
Street protests in Delhi, led by the Cockroach Janta party, have drawn crowds who sing and dance despite police force, and a controversial overhaul of voter rolls has drawn scrutiny. The Guardian argues the protests signal that Indians are no longer afraid of the government, while the New York Times argues the voter-roll dispute threatens Prime Minister Narendra Modi's standing and has revived democratic life.
Why it matters
The writers suggest the outcome bears on how far Modi's government can hold public fear and political power in India, and on whether the country's democracy is recovering.
Coverage
- Opinion | Indian Democracy Has Found New Life in the Streets (The New York Times)
- This carnival of protest on the streets of Delhi has shaken Narendra Modi like nothing before (The Guardian)
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