Modi's Invincibility Questioned as Youth Protests Rock India

Dr. Subir Sinha, Director of the SOAS South Asia Institute, argues that the political significance of India's youth protest movement extends far beyond the arrests of opposition activists and the growing confrontation between protesters and state institutions. He examines how the government's increasing combative stance may be eroding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's most powerful political asset: the perception of invincibility. As India's youth protest movement confronts an increasingly combative government, Dr. Sinha analyzes the implications for Indian democracy. The idea that Modi must be feared because he holds all levers of power has gone out of the window, he says, suggesting a shift in the political landscape. This interview offers a deep dive into the dynamics of the protests and what they mean for the future of India's leadership and democratic institutions. Dr. Sinha's expertise provides valuable context for understanding the challenges facing the Modi government.