Kohima: Protests ignited at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on June 6. People from every corner of India continue to gather. They demand accountability for the NEET exam and broader public system failures. The site has become a massive, open classroom.
Tiapong Tzudir, a 27-year-old Young India Fellow from Nagaland, has spent the last week on the ground. He has seen it all. He stood firm through lathi charges and tear gas. Tzudir remains focused on the bigger picture. He noted, "I am not here for any particular leader or political party. I support Sonam Wangchuk, but my participation goes beyond any individual."
Student groups maintain a heavy presence. The Sumi Students' Union Delhi and the Zeliangrong Students' Union Delhi are active participants. Many Nagas contribute behind the scenes. They haul in water, food, and groceries after work hours. No one asks for a thank you. They just work.
Discussion circles drive the movement. People talk about Ambedkar, farmers, and constitutional values. They wear Save Manipur T-shirts. Solidarity runs deep. Outside the capital, Tzudir urges Nagaland to face its own internal problems. He cited delayed scholarships, crumbling school infrastructure, teacher shortages, and the inconsistent delivery of midday meals as pressing local issues.
The mood on the ground shifts. It is not just about anger. Protesters handed out flowers to fellow marchers to foster peace. They shared water and food when spirits flagged. These small acts of kindness define the spirit of the ongoing demonstration.
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