Hundreds wear cockroach masks in mock party’s inaugural protest in India

A mock political party staged its first protest in India this week. Hundreds of participants wore distinctive cockroach masks during the demonstration. The masks were intended to symbolize the party’s critique of the political establishment. Organizers said the protest aims to draw attention to perceived corruption. The event took place in a major Indian city, attracting media coverage. Observers noted the unconventional visual tactics used by the protesters. Authorities monitored the gathering but reported no arrests. The protest underscores growing experimentation with satire in Indian activism.