In a deeply analytical piece, The Indian Express explores the sociological impact of the Cockroach Janta Party. The movement's most significant achievement is drawing the previously apolitical Indian middle class onto the streets.

For decades, the Indian middle class largely stayed away from street protests, viewing them as the domain of political partisans. However, the NEET scandal—which directly threatened their aspirations—has served as a brutal awakening, turning "apolitical" students into fierce activists.