Carrying Serbian flags and burning torches, the marchers were greeted by cheering crowds who filled the streets of the capital. The atmosphere was festive , with students and supporters singing, dancing and applauding as the procession made its way into the city. Some demonstrators held signs declaring "Students win!" , while others displayed symbols of the student movement .
Images showed young demonstrators dancing together and carrying banners, including one featuring a crossed-out portrait of a man resembling former president Aleksandar Vučić .
The gathering marked the arrival of students who had travelled from different parts of Serbia to take part in the final mobilisation before the parliamentary vote . Thousands of supporters turned out to welcome them, waving national flags and joining in the celebrations.
The rally was scheduled to take place in Belgrade ahead of the weekend elections , with the student movement seeking to make its presence felt in the final days before voters head to the polls.