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India's Gen Z Challenges Modi's Social Media Dominance

23 Temmuz 2026Al Jazeera

For over a decade, Prime Minister Modi and his party have maintained a stronghold on Indian social media, utilizing it to bolster their political narratives. However, a shift is occurring as India's Gen Z is increasingly leveraging these same platforms to challenge and critique Modi's governance.
This generational pushback signifies a growing political engagement among youth, who are now using digital tools to express dissent and mobilize for change. This development highlights the evolving landscape of political communication in India.
Modi's government has been known for its strategic use of social media to connect with voters and promote its policies. However, as younger generations become more politically active and aware, their ability to utilize these platforms for dissent poses a challenge to the established political order.
The rise of Gen Z as a counterforce on social media represents a significant shift in the political dynamics of India. While Modi's administration has effectively used these platforms for propaganda and outreach, the youth's ability to turn the narrative against him indicates a potential rebalancing of power.

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