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As the protests gained momentum, especially within universities, students from various political backgrounds united under common demands. Their grassroots movements were largely decentralized, reflecting a strong desire to distance their protests from political factions perceived as self-serving. Instead, they sought to hold the government accountable to the people and demanded full transparency regarding the train station's renovations.
Blockades became a symbol of their resistance, disrupting normal life in major cities and drawing increased public support. Student organizations emphasized their non-affiliation with political parties, reinforcing their collective autonomy in the face of a government dismissing their concerns.