<p>India's Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday (May 31) said that youth end up following “cockroach” because media is not reporting positive events properly. Speaking as the chief guest at the celebrations marking the 140th anniversary of the Malayalam daily ‘Deepika’ in Kerala's Kottayam, Radhakrishnan highlighted that the role of responsible media institutions becomes even more significant at a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His comments using the term cockroach comes at a time when a satirical outfit Cockroach Janta Party is making headlines.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rss-leader-sunil-ambekar-weighs-in-on-viral-cockroach-janta-party-says-gen-z-has-tremendous-faith-in-india-1780133856392">RSS leader Sunil Ambekar weighs in on viral Cockroach Janta Party, says Gen Z has 'tremendous faith' in India</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the Vice President, positive developments should receive greater media attention so that young people are exposed to the “right information and role models.” "Positive activities should be reported well. Only then will youngsters receive the right information. Otherwise, they will lose interest and end up following the 'cockroach,'" he said. “If something is genuinely good, people will continue to recognise its value after a week, 10 days, or even a month. Nobody knows about them. All of a sudden, they are everywhere. That cannot last,.” he added. He also emphasized on the role of media as India “marches forward with confidence and aspiration under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi” pointing out that he was not against freedom of expression but questioned the tendency to give disproportionate attention to issues that may not stand the test of time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cockroach-janta-party-s-x-account-to-stay-blocked-delhi-hc-declines-to-order-immediate-restoration-abhijeet-dipke-1780037483425">Cockroach Janta Party's X account to stay blocked: Delhi HC declines to order immediate restoration</a></p><h2><strong>What is Cockroach Janta Party?</strong></h2><p>In May, &nbsp;Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's statement calling a section of unemployed youth as "cockroaches" and "parasites" during a court hearing, went viral, prompting the emergence of CJP satirical platform that was joined by several youngsters and Gen Z youths of the country. The CJI later clarified that his observations, directed at individuals entering the legal profession through "fake and bogus degrees," were misquoted.</p>

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan criticised the growing popularity of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, warning that youth may follow the “cockroach” if positive news is not highlighted. He stressed the importance of constructive journalism and responsible media during an event in Kerala.

India's Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday (May 31) said that youth end up following “cockroach” because media is not reporting positive events properly. Speaking as the chief guest at the celebrations marking the 140th anniversary of the Malayalam daily ‘Deepika’ in Kerala's Kottayam, Radhakrishnan highlighted that the role of responsible media institutions becomes even more significant at a time when Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His comments using the term cockroach comes at a time when a satirical outfit Cockroach Janta Party is making headlines. Also Read: RSS leader Sunil Ambekar weighs in on viral Cockroach Janta Party, says Gen Z has 'tremendous faith' in India According to the Vice President, positive developments should receive greater media attention so that young people are exposed to the “right information and role models.” "Positive activities should be reported well. Only then will youngsters receive the right information. Otherwise, they will lose interest and end up following the 'cockroach,'" he said. “If something is genuinely good, people will continue to recognise its value after a week, 10 days, or even a month. Nobody knows about them. All of a sudden, they are everywhere. That cannot last,.” he added. He also emphasized on the role of media as India “marches forward with confidence and aspiration under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi” pointing out that he was not against freedom of expression but questioned the tendency to give disproportionate attention to issues that may not stand the test of time. Also Read: Cockroach Janta Party's X account to stay blocked: Delhi HC declines to order immediate restoration What is Cockroach Janta Party? In May, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's statement calling a section of unemployed youth as "cockroaches" and "parasites" during a court hearing, went viral, prompting the emergence of CJP satirical platform that was joined by several youngsters and Gen Z youths of the country. The CJI later clarified that his observations, directed at individuals entering the legal profession through "fake and bogus degrees," were misquoted.

<p>Vice President C P Radhakrishnan criticised the growing popularity of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, warning that youth may follow the “cockroach” if positive news is not highlighted. He stressed the importance of constructive journalism and responsible media during an event in Kerala.</p>

'Youth losing interest...': India's Vice President CP Radhakrishnan's 'cockroach' warning to media

<p>RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar has weighed in on the rapidly growing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) that emerged as the voice of Gen Z, a viral social media phenomenon that has overtaken Indian political parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The RSS leader said that public debate, criticism and differing opinions are a normal part of a healthy democracy and should not cause alarm. He also said that Gen Z had “tremendous faith in India” and was very "hopeful".</p><p>The remarks come as the satirical online movement continues to dominate social media conversations, attracting millions of followers and triggering political debate across the country.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cockroach-janta-party-s-x-account-to-stay-blocked-delhi-hc-declines-to-order-immediate-restoration-abhijeet-dipke-1780037483425"><strong>Cockroach Janta Party's X account to stay blocked: Delhi HC declines to order immediate restoration</strong></a></p><h2><strong>India, a healthy democracy</strong></h2><p>Speaking to reporters, RSS Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar said India's democratic system is strong enough to accommodate a wide range of views and opinions.</p><p>In what is being seen as RSS's most direct response yet to the controversy surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party, which became a phenomenon after the Chief Justice of India Surya Kant described unemployed youth as "cockroaches". Notably, the CJI later clarified that his comments had been misquoted and were aimed at people holding fake degrees; the issue had already evolved into a major online movement.</p><p>"We are an aware society and we follow the democratic process. Within that democratic process, we have transparent elections, an open media, and now social media as well. Open forums take place every day. So, I believe that in a democracy, any kind of discussion and people expressing differing opinions should not be taken as a shock. They should be considered a part of the normal process," Ambekar said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-students-deserve-better-cockroach-janata-party-revives-petition-targeting-edu-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-neet-2026-paper-leak-1779774614724"><strong>'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Cockroach Janta Party's alleged Pakistan links</strong></h2><p>Since the CJP's launch, some BJP leaders have questioned the party's intentions. Additionally, accusations of foreign influence and alleged Pakistani links have also been circulating online. Some users claimed that "citizens from Pakistan, Bangladesh and the USA form 77% of their Instagram followers," while "India contributes only 9%." Slamming trolls, Dipke shared a screenshot of the account's audience breakdown, which showed that Indians make up 94.7 per cent of its followers. The Cockroach Janta Party founder questioned: "Why would you call 94% of Indian youth Pakistanis?"</p><p>Separately, the group's X account remains blocked, despite a plea in the Delhi High Court. On Friday (May 29) the High Court refused to order the immediate restoration of the X account. While hearing a plea by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke challenging the blocking of the party's X handle by the government on national security grounds, Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav directed a review panel to examine the matter.</p><h2><strong>What did Ambekar say about Gen Z?</strong></h2><p>Praising India's youth, Ambekar said that the younger generation remains hopeful about the nation's future. He insisted that whatever the issue, there are democratic ways to raise it.</p><p>"Our younger generation, sometimes called Gen Z, is very hopeful. They have tremendous faith in India. Whatever they do is within the constitutional process. Their contribution is towards taking India forward. The youth of our country have invested all their energy into this, and that is why the nation is progressing in every field," he said.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

As the Gen Z-led Cockroach Janta Party explodes online and faces scrutiny over alleged foreign links, RSS leader Sunil Ambekar says debate, criticism and differing opinions are normal in a democracy. He also made a notable remark about India's youth. What exactly did he say about CJP, Gen Z?

RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar has weighed in on the rapidly growing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) that emerged as the voice of Gen Z, a viral social media phenomenon that has overtaken Indian political parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The RSS leader said that public debate, criticism and differing opinions are a normal part of a healthy democracy and should not cause alarm. He also said that Gen Z had “tremendous faith in India” and was very "hopeful". The remarks come as the satirical online movement continues to dominate social media conversations, attracting millions of followers and triggering political debate across the country. Also read | Cockroach Janta Party's X account to stay blocked: Delhi HC declines to order immediate restoration India, a healthy democracy Speaking to reporters, RSS Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar said India's democratic system is strong enough to accommodate a wide range of views and opinions. In what is being seen as RSS's most direct response yet to the controversy surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party, which became a phenomenon after the Chief Justice of India Surya Kant described unemployed youth as "cockroaches". Notably, the CJI later clarified that his comments had been misquoted and were aimed at people holding fake degrees; the issue had already evolved into a major online movement. "We are an aware society and we follow the democratic process. Within that democratic process, we have transparent elections, an open media, and now social media as well. Open forums take place every day. So, I believe that in a democracy, any kind of discussion and people expressing differing opinions should not be taken as a shock. They should be considered a part of the normal process," Ambekar said. Also read | 'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Cockroach Janta Party's alleged Pakistan links Since the CJP's launch, some BJP leaders have questioned the party's intentions. Additionally, accusations of foreign influence and alleged Pakistani links have also been circulating online. Some users claimed that "citizens from Pakistan, Bangladesh and the USA form 77% of their Instagram followers," while "India contributes only 9%." Slamming trolls, Dipke shared a screenshot of the account's audience breakdown, which showed that Indians make up 94.7 per cent of its followers. The Cockroach Janta Party founder questioned: "Why would you call 94% of Indian youth Pakistanis?" Separately, the group's X account remains blocked, despite a plea in the Delhi High Court. On Friday (May 29) the High Court refused to order the immediate restoration of the X account. While hearing a plea by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke challenging the blocking of the party's X handle by the government on national security grounds, Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav directed a review panel to examine the matter. What did Ambekar say about Gen Z? Praising India's youth, Ambekar said that the younger generation remains hopeful about the nation's future. He insisted that whatever the issue, there are democratic ways to raise it. "Our younger generation, sometimes called Gen Z, is very hopeful. They have tremendous faith in India. Whatever they do is within the constitutional process. Their contribution is towards taking India forward. The youth of our country have invested all their energy into this, and that is why the nation is progressing in every field," he said.

<p>As the Gen Z-led Cockroach Janta Party explodes online and faces scrutiny over alleged foreign links, RSS leader Sunil Ambekar says debate, criticism and differing opinions are normal in a democracy. He also made a notable remark about India's youth. What exactly did he say about CJP, Gen Z?</p>

RSS leader Sunil Ambekar weighs in on viral Cockroach Janta Party, says Gen Z has 'tremendous faith' in India

<p>The Delhi High Court on Friday (May 29) refused to order the immediate restoration of the X account of viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). While hearing a plea by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke challenging the blocking of the party's X handle by the government on national security grounds, Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav directed a review panel to examine the matter. &nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Cockroach Janta Party's X account remains blocked</strong></h2><p>Hearing the petition, Justice Kaurav directed the Review Committee constituted under India's Information Technology Rules to consider the challenge against the account blocking and place its findings on record.</p><p>While the Court issued notice to the Union government and social media platform X, it stopped short of granting interim relief sought by Dipke, meaning the account will remain blocked for now.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-students-deserve-better-cockroach-janata-party-revives-petition-targeting-edu-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-neet-2026-paper-leak-1779774614724"><strong>'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Why was Cockroach Janta Party's X account suspended?</strong></h2><p>The account was reportedly suspended on national security grounds, though neither the petitioner nor the Court has yet been shown the blocking order.</p><p>Senior Advocate Akhil Sibal, appearing for Dipke, argued that the account should be restored while the case is being heard. He contended that authorities could have adopted a narrower approach by restricting specific objectionable posts rather than blocking the entire account.</p><p>Sibal also questioned how such an order could have been passed without allowing the account holder to respond.</p><p>He pointed out that in previous disputes involving blocked social media accounts, courts had sometimes permitted restoration of the account while allowing allegedly objectionable content to remain restricted.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cockroach-janata-party-founder-reacts-to-pakistan-followers-claim-says-i-know-you-are-desperately-trying-to-1779436144996"><strong>Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’</strong></a></p><p>Dipke's legal team also informed the Court that he is currently outside India and requested permission for him to participate in future proceedings before the Review Committee through video conferencing. The Court said such a request could be placed before the committee, which would decide the matter in accordance with law.&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>GOI argues against account restoration</strong></h2><p>Solicitor General Tushar Mehta appearing for the Centre opposed Dipke's plea, prompting the Court to reserve a deeper examination of the issues until the government's detailed response is filed.<br>During the hearing, the Court observed that the dispute raises larger legal questions that require careful consideration, particularly because the law governing online content blocking continues to evolve. The Bench also indicated that the present case may differ from earlier matters cited by the petitioner because concerns raised by authorities appear to relate to the overall activities of the account rather than a handful of individual posts.</p><p>In another significant observation, the Court noted that neither it nor the petitioner had seen the actual blocking order. It added that if necessary, directions regarding production of the complete record could be considered at a later stage.</p>

Delhi High Court declines urgent plea to restore Cockroach Janta Party’s X account. The court has instead asked a review panel to examine the case. But the account remains blocked for now.

What happens next, and why did the judges hold back from granting relief? Scroll down to find out.

The Delhi High Court on Friday (May 29) refused to order the immediate restoration of the X account of viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). While hearing a plea by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke challenging the blocking of the party's X handle by the government on national security grounds, Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav directed a review panel to examine the matter. Cockroach Janta Party's X account remains blocked Hearing the petition, Justice Kaurav directed the Review Committee constituted under India's Information Technology Rules to consider the challenge against the account blocking and place its findings on record. While the Court issued notice to the Union government and social media platform X, it stopped short of granting interim relief sought by Dipke, meaning the account will remain blocked for now. Also read | 'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Why was Cockroach Janta Party's X account suspended? The account was reportedly suspended on national security grounds, though neither the petitioner nor the Court has yet been shown the blocking order. Senior Advocate Akhil Sibal, appearing for Dipke, argued that the account should be restored while the case is being heard. He contended that authorities could have adopted a narrower approach by restricting specific objectionable posts rather than blocking the entire account. Sibal also questioned how such an order could have been passed without allowing the account holder to respond. He pointed out that in previous disputes involving blocked social media accounts, courts had sometimes permitted restoration of the account while allowing allegedly objectionable content to remain restricted. Also read | Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’ Dipke's legal team also informed the Court that he is currently outside India and requested permission for him to participate in future proceedings before the Review Committee through video conferencing. The Court said such a request could be placed before the committee, which would decide the matter in accordance with law. GOI argues against account restoration Solicitor General Tushar Mehta appearing for the Centre opposed Dipke's plea, prompting the Court to reserve a deeper examination of the issues until the government's detailed response is filed. During the hearing, the Court observed that the dispute raises larger legal questions that require careful consideration, particularly because the law governing online content blocking continues to evolve. The Bench also indicated that the present case may differ from earlier matters cited by the petitioner because concerns raised by authorities appear to relate to the overall activities of the account rather than a handful of individual posts. In another significant observation, the Court noted that neither it nor the petitioner had seen the actual blocking order. It added that if necessary, directions regarding production of the complete record could be considered at a later stage.

<p>Delhi High Court declines urgent plea to restore Cockroach Janta Party’s X account. The court has instead asked a review panel to examine the case. But the account remains blocked for now.</p><p>What happens next, and why did the judges hold back from granting relief? Scroll down to find out.</p>

Cockroach Janta Party's X account to stay blocked: Delhi HC declines to order immediate restoration

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>A fake Android application posing as the official app of the GenZ political organisation ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has been flagged as a critical malware threat in a newly released cybersecurity report. The 33-page report, dated 22 May 2026, warns that the malicious application is a fully functional Remote Access Trojan (RAT) capable of infiltrating Android devices, stealing sensitive user data, intercepting communications and gaining extensive control over infected smartphones while appearing as a legitimate political platform. The report was prepared by the Threat Intelligence Team at TraceX Labs.</p><h2><strong>Brand Impersonation and Distribution Channels</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>The report states that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has no connection with the application and is itself a victim of brand impersonation. Threat actors are reportedly exploiting the organisation’s name and popularity among GenZ audiences to encourage installation. The malicious APK, identified as <i>Cockroach.Janta.Party</i> and approximately 5 MB in size, is being circulated through mainly three sources: WhatsApp forwarding chains, Telegram groups, and deceptive websites. A rogue domain, <i>cockroachjantaparty[.]org</i>, has been observed hosting a downloader page that mimics the party’s branding in order to mislead users into downloading the malware.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Device Intrusion and Permission Abuse</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>Once installed on Android devices running versions 8.0 to 14, the application presents a simplified interface designed to avoid suspicion while requesting elevated permissions. These include access to camera functions, SMS messages, call logs, contacts, and full device control. The most critical component highlighted in the report is abuse of the Android Accessibility Service, which allows the malware to read on-screen content such as OTPs, passwords, and banking details, simulate user interactions, bypass security prompts, and silently grant itself additional permissions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Technical Capabilities and Data Exfiltration</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>Forensic analysis conducted by TraceX Labs indicates that the application contains multiple malicious modules, including components for contact harvesting, SMS interception, call log theft, media extraction, device fingerprinting, and network monitoring. The malware also incorporates a Command and Control infrastructure based on the Telegram Bot API, allowing attackers to blend malicious communication with legitimate encrypted traffic. Network analysis reportedly confirmed DNS queries linked to the rogue domain and early-stage data exfiltration of approximately 34 KB within minutes of execution, alongside multiple simultaneous HTTPS connections.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Security Advisory and User Guidance</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>The report urges immediate action for users who may have installed the application. Recommended steps include uninstalling the app, disabling Accessibility permissions prior to removal, resetting banking credentials from a separate device, enabling authenticator-based two-factor authentication and conducting a full mobile security scan using trusted antivirus tools. It also advises users to avoid sideloaded applications, verify developer authenticity, and rely solely on official app stores. The report also suggested that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, should issue a separate clarification distancing itself from the application and warning supporters that it is a victim of impersonation.</p>

The report states that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has no connection with the application and is itself a victim of brand impersonation.

A fake Android application posing as the official app of the GenZ political organisation ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has been flagged as a critical malware threat in a newly released cybersecurity report. The 33-page report, dated 22 May 2026, warns that the malicious application is a fully functional Remote Access Trojan (RAT) capable of infiltrating Android devices, stealing sensitive user data, intercepting communications and gaining extensive control over infected smartphones while appearing as a legitimate political platform. The report was prepared by the Threat Intelligence Team at TraceX Labs. Brand Impersonation and Distribution Channels The report states that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has no connection with the application and is itself a victim of brand impersonation. Threat actors are reportedly exploiting the organisation’s name and popularity among GenZ audiences to encourage installation. The malicious APK, identified as Cockroach.Janta.Party and approximately 5 MB in size, is being circulated through mainly three sources: WhatsApp forwarding chains, Telegram groups, and deceptive websites. A rogue domain, cockroachjantaparty[.]org, has been observed hosting a downloader page that mimics the party’s branding in order to mislead users into downloading the malware. Device Intrusion and Permission Abuse Once installed on Android devices running versions 8.0 to 14, the application presents a simplified interface designed to avoid suspicion while requesting elevated permissions. These include access to camera functions, SMS messages, call logs, contacts, and full device control. The most critical component highlighted in the report is abuse of the Android Accessibility Service, which allows the malware to read on-screen content such as OTPs, passwords, and banking details, simulate user interactions, bypass security prompts, and silently grant itself additional permissions. Technical Capabilities and Data Exfiltration Forensic analysis conducted by TraceX Labs indicates that the application contains multiple malicious modules, including components for contact harvesting, SMS interception, call log theft, media extraction, device fingerprinting, and network monitoring. The malware also incorporates a Command and Control infrastructure based on the Telegram Bot API, allowing attackers to blend malicious communication with legitimate encrypted traffic. Network analysis reportedly confirmed DNS queries linked to the rogue domain and early-stage data exfiltration of approximately 34 KB within minutes of execution, alongside multiple simultaneous HTTPS connections. Security Advisory and User Guidance The report urges immediate action for users who may have installed the application. Recommended steps include uninstalling the app, disabling Accessibility permissions prior to removal, resetting banking credentials from a separate device, enabling authenticator-based two-factor authentication and conducting a full mobile security scan using trusted antivirus tools. It also advises users to avoid sideloaded applications, verify developer authenticity, and rely solely on official app stores. The report also suggested that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, should issue a separate clarification distancing itself from the application and warning supporters that it is a victim of impersonation.

<p>The report states that the legitimate ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has no connection with the application and is itself a victim of brand impersonation.</p>

Fake 'Cockroach Janta Party' Android app flagged as critical malware threat, report warns

<p>India has seen political protests, student movements and anti-establishment waves before. But few have looked like the Cockroach Janata Party. The CJP exploded online in May 2026 with memes, AI-generated protest songs, parody manifestos and a flood of “cockroach” imagery. Within days, its Instagram following reportedly crossed 21 million before the account was allegedly hacked — a number larger than the ruling BJP’s online base. More than a million people reportedly signed up to join the party through online forms. For some, it was hilarious internet theatre. For others, it exposed something deeper: growing frustration among India’s youth. The real question is whether CJP is an actual political movement — or simply the internet venting in memes. It is a fever. Fever is a symptom of an underlying disease. It is time to address the fever.</p><h2>Cockroach Janata Party: The remark that triggered everything</h2><p>The movement began after remarks attributed to India’s Chief Justice, Surya Kant, during a court hearing. He reportedly compared certain unqualified or jobless entrants in professions like law and journalism to “cockroaches” and “parasites”. The backlash was immediate.</p><p>The Chief Justice later clarified that his comments were aimed at people with fake degrees, not genuinely unemployed youth. But by then, social media had already transformed the controversy into a viral rebellion. The meme machine had started. The damage was done.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-cockroach-janta-party-overtakes-bjp-in-number-of-followers-on-instagram-1779381079293/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-cockroach-janta-party-overtakes-bjp-in-number-of-followers-on-instagram-1779381079293/embed</a></p><h2>Enter Abhijeet Dipke</h2><p>At the centre of the movement is Abhijeet Dipke, a Boston University student and former political communications strategist who had been earlier associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). After the controversy erupted over the justice's remarks, Dipke posted a simple question on X: “What if all cockroaches come together?”</p><p>Dipke launched social media handles, a website and online sign-up forms. The branding was intentionally absurd: membership requirements included being unemployed, chronically online, lazy and capable of “professional-level ranting”. Even the name — Cockroach Janata Party — was a parody of India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party or BJP.</p><p>What followed was a perfect storm for internet virality: satire, anger, identity politics and algorithm-friendly content.</p><h2>The real question: Why did CJP go viral?</h2><p>CJP tapped into something festering underneath. Millions of young Indians are frustrated with unemployment, rising living costs, exam scandals and shrinking opportunities. Incidents like the NEET-UG 2026 question paper leak intensified distrust in institutions that are supposed to reward merit.</p><p>India’s youth unemployment rate varies depending on the dataset, but the broader anxiety is undeniable. Millions compete for limited government jobs and entrance exams for higher education and specialist fields. Even small disruptions like leaked papers, delayed results and recruitment scams hit hard, leading to enormous emotional reactions.</p><p>CJP is exploiting that frustration. That is what every opportunistic political movement does.</p><p>It converted anger into an internet cultural movement. Instead of ideology or speeches, its supporters used AI videos, parody songs, slogans and humour — instantly shareable content that was emotionally accessible to a generation raised online and spending large amounts of time scrolling.</p><p>Dipke himself described the movement as a spontaneous satirical reaction, not a structured political organisation.</p><p>Hold that thought. Because that distinction is contentious.</p><h2>The crackdown and shifting narratives</h2><p>As CJP grew, controversy followed. Its X account was allegedly blocked. Dipke moved the Delhi High Court. He claimed the movement’s Instagram account was hacked. &nbsp;Reports also emerged of police deployment outside his family home in India after alleged death threats against him and his relatives.</p><p>The movement quickly became part of a discussion on censorship, suppression and state pressure.</p><p>Whether one agrees with CJP or not, the perception of a crackdown often fuels online movements even further.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-cockroaches-are-just-getting-started-more-drama-to-unfold-cjp-addresses-speculation-over-its-future-1779693042605">'Cockroaches are just getting started': More drama to unfold? CJP addresses speculation over its future</a></p><h2>Bots, ‘foreign links’ and political opportunism</h2><p>The bigger CJP became, the more questions emerged about who was really behind it. Claims circulated that some followers originated from Pakistani IP addresses or bot networks. Dipke denied those allegations vehemently. Meanwhile, opposition politicians from parties like Congress, AAP and Trinamool Congress began openly supporting the CJP trend. Karnataka Youth Congress workers even distributed “I am a cockroach” T-shirts.</p><p>That created another problem for CJP.</p><p>The movement initially positioned itself as anti-establishment and critical of the entire political class. But once mainstream parties started embracing it, CJP risked becoming another political tool for them.</p><p>As has happened in the past, another youth movement could be hijacked and co-opted by mainstream political parties.</p><p>Questions around Dipke’s own political past added to the scepticism. Was CJP truly organic? Or was it simply smart political branding disguised as rebellion? Is it possible for a single person to suddenly populate the internet with well-designed websites, logos, videos and multiple social media handles? Is Dipke really acting alone?</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-students-deserve-better-cockroach-janata-party-revives-petition-targeting-edu-minister-dharmendra-pradhan-neet-2026-paper-leak-1779774614724">'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan</a></p><h2>Can memes become a movement?</h2><p>This is where the hype meets reality. CJP has dominated social media timelines, but not the streets.</p><p>Yes, there are online petitions and viral campaigns. But there are no major rallies nationwide or visible offline structures. No organisation. No leadership network. No policy framework. No electoral roadmap. No ideology. Just some obviously unachievable manifesto items.</p><p>That is the weakness of many internet movements. Going viral is easy. Building institutions is not.</p><p>Memes can amplify anger. But they cannot automatically solve unemployment, reform education systems, generate economic growth or reduce the cost of living.</p><p>Satire can expose frustration. It cannot replace governance.</p><p>CJP itself embraces irony by calling itself the “Voice of the Lazy &amp; Unemployed”. That branding works online because self-deprecating humour resonates with digital culture. But politics in the real world demands organisation, negotiation and long-term strategy. Definitely not a place for the lazy.</p><p>The internet rewards outrage and performance. Real politics rewards endurance.</p><h2>CJP is a symptom, not a solution</h2><p>CJP is best understood as a symptom of underlying maladies. It reflects the frustrations of a generation dealing with economic uncertainty, hyper-competition in a tech-mediated world, and distrust in institutions. It also reflects the changing nature of protest itself. Young people increasingly express political anger through reels and Reddit rather than traditional street movements.</p><p>But frustration alone does not create political change.</p><p>Many anti-establishment youth movements around the world generated massive online excitement before fading once the hashtag trend cycle ended. Without structure, leadership and offline infrastructure, momentum disappears quickly.</p><p>That does not make CJP meaningless.</p><p>In fact, its success is a warning sign for mainstream politics, across all parties. Millions of young Indians clearly feel unheard. They are willing to rally around satire because conventional political language no longer connects with them.</p><p>CJP may not become a real political party. It may never contest elections or build a ground network.</p><p>But it has already succeeded at one thing: forcing India’s political ecosystem to notice a generation that increasingly communicates from the easy confines of mobile screens.</p><h2>Entertainment or early warning system?</h2><p>For now, Cockroach Janata Party remains more internet spectacle than political revolution.</p><p>It is loud, viral, chaotic and culturally effective. But whether it can survive outside social media feeds is another question.</p><p>Can the self-identified “cockroaches” organise beyond their device screens?</p><p>That answer will decide whether CJP becomes a historical footnote — or the first sign of a new kind of political and social unrest.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.</i></p>

Cockroach Janata Party became a viral online movement after remarks by Chief Justice Surya Kant sparked memes, satire and youth anger over unemployment, exam scandals and distrust in institutions. But can it really transform into a political movement?

India has seen political protests, student movements and anti-establishment waves before. But few have looked like the Cockroach Janata Party. The CJP exploded online in May 2026 with memes, AI-generated protest songs, parody manifestos and a flood of “cockroach” imagery. Within days, its Instagram following reportedly crossed 21 million before the account was allegedly hacked — a number larger than the ruling BJP’s online base. More than a million people reportedly signed up to join the party through online forms. For some, it was hilarious internet theatre. For others, it exposed something deeper: growing frustration among India’s youth. The real question is whether CJP is an actual political movement — or simply the internet venting in memes. It is a fever. Fever is a symptom of an underlying disease. It is time to address the fever. Cockroach Janata Party: The remark that triggered everything The movement began after remarks attributed to India’s Chief Justice, Surya Kant, during a court hearing. He reportedly compared certain unqualified or jobless entrants in professions like law and journalism to “cockroaches” and “parasites”. The backlash was immediate. The Chief Justice later clarified that his comments were aimed at people with fake degrees, not genuinely unemployed youth. But by then, social media had already transformed the controversy into a viral rebellion. The meme machine had started. The damage was done. https://www.wionews.com/videos/-cockroach-janta-party-overtakes-bjp-in-number-of-followers-on-instagram-1779381079293/embed Enter Abhijeet Dipke At the centre of the movement is Abhijeet Dipke, a Boston University student and former political communications strategist who had been earlier associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). After the controversy erupted over the justice's remarks, Dipke posted a simple question on X: “What if all cockroaches come together?” Dipke launched social media handles, a website and online sign-up forms. The branding was intentionally absurd: membership requirements included being unemployed, chronically online, lazy and capable of “professional-level ranting”. Even the name — Cockroach Janata Party — was a parody of India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party or BJP. What followed was a perfect storm for internet virality: satire, anger, identity politics and algorithm-friendly content. The real question: Why did CJP go viral? CJP tapped into something festering underneath. Millions of young Indians are frustrated with unemployment, rising living costs, exam scandals and shrinking opportunities. Incidents like the NEET-UG 2026 question paper leak intensified distrust in institutions that are supposed to reward merit. India’s youth unemployment rate varies depending on the dataset, but the broader anxiety is undeniable. Millions compete for limited government jobs and entrance exams for higher education and specialist fields. Even small disruptions like leaked papers, delayed results and recruitment scams hit hard, leading to enormous emotional reactions. CJP is exploiting that frustration. That is what every opportunistic political movement does. It converted anger into an internet cultural movement. Instead of ideology or speeches, its supporters used AI videos, parody songs, slogans and humour — instantly shareable content that was emotionally accessible to a generation raised online and spending large amounts of time scrolling. Dipke himself described the movement as a spontaneous satirical reaction, not a structured political organisation. Hold that thought. Because that distinction is contentious. The crackdown and shifting narratives As CJP grew, controversy followed. Its X account was allegedly blocked. Dipke moved the Delhi High Court. He claimed the movement’s Instagram account was hacked. Reports also emerged of police deployment outside his family home in India after alleged death threats against him and his relatives. The movement quickly became part of a discussion on censorship, suppression and state pressure. Whether one agrees with CJP or not, the perception of a crackdown often fuels online movements even further. Also read: 'Cockroaches are just getting started': More drama to unfold? CJP addresses speculation over its future Bots, ‘foreign links’ and political opportunism The bigger CJP became, the more questions emerged about who was really behind it. Claims circulated that some followers originated from Pakistani IP addresses or bot networks. Dipke denied those allegations vehemently. Meanwhile, opposition politicians from parties like Congress, AAP and Trinamool Congress began openly supporting the CJP trend. Karnataka Youth Congress workers even distributed “I am a cockroach” T-shirts. That created another problem for CJP. The movement initially positioned itself as anti-establishment and critical of the entire political class. But once mainstream parties started embracing it, CJP risked becoming another political tool for them. As has happened in the past, another youth movement could be hijacked and co-opted by mainstream political parties. Questions around Dipke’s own political past added to the scepticism. Was CJP truly organic? Or was it simply smart political branding disguised as rebellion? Is it possible for a single person to suddenly populate the internet with well-designed websites, logos, videos and multiple social media handles? Is Dipke really acting alone? Also read: 'India’s students deserve better': Cockroach Janata Party revives petition targeting Edu Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Can memes become a movement? This is where the hype meets reality. CJP has dominated social media timelines, but not the streets. Yes, there are online petitions and viral campaigns. But there are no major rallies nationwide or visible offline structures. No organisation. No leadership network. No policy framework. No electoral roadmap. No ideology. Just some obviously unachievable manifesto items. That is the weakness of many internet movements. Going viral is easy. Building institutions is not. Memes can amplify anger. But they cannot automatically solve unemployment, reform education systems, generate economic growth or reduce the cost of living. Satire can expose frustration. It cannot replace governance. CJP itself embraces irony by calling itself the “Voice of the Lazy & Unemployed”. That branding works online because self-deprecating humour resonates with digital culture. But politics in the real world demands organisation, negotiation and long-term strategy. Definitely not a place for the lazy. The internet rewards outrage and performance. Real politics rewards endurance. CJP is a symptom, not a solution CJP is best understood as a symptom of underlying maladies. It reflects the frustrations of a generation dealing with economic uncertainty, hyper-competition in a tech-mediated world, and distrust in institutions. It also reflects the changing nature of protest itself. Young people increasingly express political anger through reels and Reddit rather than traditional street movements. But frustration alone does not create political change. Many anti-establishment youth movements around the world generated massive online excitement before fading once the hashtag trend cycle ended. Without structure, leadership and offline infrastructure, momentum disappears quickly. That does not make CJP meaningless. In fact, its success is a warning sign for mainstream politics, across all parties. Millions of young Indians clearly feel unheard. They are willing to rally around satire because conventional political language no longer connects with them. CJP may not become a real political party. It may never contest elections or build a ground network. But it has already succeeded at one thing: forcing India’s political ecosystem to notice a generation that increasingly communicates from the easy confines of mobile screens. Entertainment or early warning system? For now, Cockroach Janata Party remains more internet spectacle than political revolution. It is loud, viral, chaotic and culturally effective. But whether it can survive outside social media feeds is another question. Can the self-identified “cockroaches” organise beyond their device screens? That answer will decide whether CJP becomes a historical footnote — or the first sign of a new kind of political and social unrest. Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.

<p>Cockroach Janata Party became a viral online movement after remarks by Chief Justice Surya Kant sparked memes, satire and youth anger over unemployment, exam scandals and distrust in institutions. But can it really transform into a political movement?</p>

Cockroach Janata Party is a fever. Time to prevent the epidemic

<p>A lawyer from Panipat in Haryana has approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking registration of the online satirical group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in his own name, separate from its US-based founder Abhijeet Dipke, Hindustan Times reported, citing people aware of the matter said on Tuesday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sudhir Jakhar, who identifies himself as the national convener of the group, has submitted an application to the ECI secretary under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act. The submission includes the party’s cockroach logo and lists Jakhar in his professional capacity as a lawyer. If approved, the registration would allow the group to operate as a formal political entity and potentially secure its online identity under an official status.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The CJP was formed earlier this month following controversy over remarks made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on unemployed youth. &nbsp;“There are youngsters, like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment or have any place in the profession. Some of them become media, some of them become social media, RTI activists, and other activists, and they start attacking everyone.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following its launch, the movement quickly gained traction online. Its X account was withheld in India within days, while its Instagram presence reportedly expanded rapidly, even surpassing the BJP in follower count at one stage.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Jakhar said efforts were made to involve Dipke, who is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Boston University, to formalise the organisation in India. However, Dipke declined to return.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Dipke declined to come to India and convert this movement into an actual ground-level political party. Seeing the anger among the youth and the scale of what has been built, we felt that if someone else registered the name first and misused it, the entire movement would be lost. We decided to move ahead ourselves to ensure that does not happen,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rubio-in-india-breaks-silence-after-us-strikes-iran-s-missile-sites-mine-laying-boats-near-hormuz-trump-iran-deal-iran-us-war-1779763723571"><strong>'It is unlawful, illegal': Rubio breaks silence after US strikes Iran's missile sites, mine-laying boats near Hormuz</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Party’s agenda differs from founder’s stated goals</strong></h2><p>In its submission, the proposed party has outlined a wide range of objectives, including promotion of constitutional fundamental duties under Article 51A, democratic participation, environmental protection, animal welfare, legal awareness, whistle-blower protection, transparency in governance, communal harmony, and peaceful democratic reform.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>These stated objectives differ significantly from the original CJP agenda, which included demands such as denial of Rajya Sabha seats to retired Chief Justices, prosecution under anti-terror laws for vote deletions, 50% reservation for women in Parliament and the Cabinet, cancellation of media licences of major industrialists, and a 20-year ban on political defectors.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If approved, CJP would be registered as a Registered Unrecognised Political Party, a category that has earlier included parties such as the Aam Aadmi Party in its early phase and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam before its rise in Tamil Nadu.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, the proposed cockroach symbol is unlikely to be accepted, as the Election Commission maintains a fixed list of 164 symbols and does not permit insects.</p>

The lawyer said that attempts were made to bring Dipke on board to structure the organisation in India, but he chose not to come back from the United States, where he is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Boston University.

A lawyer from Panipat in Haryana has approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking registration of the online satirical group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in his own name, separate from its US-based founder Abhijeet Dipke, Hindustan Times reported, citing people aware of the matter said on Tuesday. Sudhir Jakhar, who identifies himself as the national convener of the group, has submitted an application to the ECI secretary under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act. The submission includes the party’s cockroach logo and lists Jakhar in his professional capacity as a lawyer. If approved, the registration would allow the group to operate as a formal political entity and potentially secure its online identity under an official status. The CJP was formed earlier this month following controversy over remarks made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on unemployed youth. “There are youngsters, like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment or have any place in the profession. Some of them become media, some of them become social media, RTI activists, and other activists, and they start attacking everyone.” Following its launch, the movement quickly gained traction online. Its X account was withheld in India within days, while its Instagram presence reportedly expanded rapidly, even surpassing the BJP in follower count at one stage. Jakhar said efforts were made to involve Dipke, who is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Boston University, to formalise the organisation in India. However, Dipke declined to return. “Dipke declined to come to India and convert this movement into an actual ground-level political party. Seeing the anger among the youth and the scale of what has been built, we felt that if someone else registered the name first and misused it, the entire movement would be lost. We decided to move ahead ourselves to ensure that does not happen,” he said. Also Read: 'It is unlawful, illegal': Rubio breaks silence after US strikes Iran's missile sites, mine-laying boats near Hormuz Party’s agenda differs from founder’s stated goals In its submission, the proposed party has outlined a wide range of objectives, including promotion of constitutional fundamental duties under Article 51A, democratic participation, environmental protection, animal welfare, legal awareness, whistle-blower protection, transparency in governance, communal harmony, and peaceful democratic reform. These stated objectives differ significantly from the original CJP agenda, which included demands such as denial of Rajya Sabha seats to retired Chief Justices, prosecution under anti-terror laws for vote deletions, 50% reservation for women in Parliament and the Cabinet, cancellation of media licences of major industrialists, and a 20-year ban on political defectors. If approved, CJP would be registered as a Registered Unrecognised Political Party, a category that has earlier included parties such as the Aam Aadmi Party in its early phase and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam before its rise in Tamil Nadu. However, the proposed cockroach symbol is unlikely to be accepted, as the Election Commission maintains a fixed list of 164 symbols and does not permit insects.

<p>The lawyer said that attempts were made to bring Dipke on board to structure the organisation in India, but he chose not to come back from the United States, where he is currently pursuing a master’s degree at Boston University.</p>

Haryana lawyer moves EC to register Cockroach Janta Party in his name, independent of US-based founder

On May 15, 2026, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, presiding over a Supreme Court bench, described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ He called such individuals ‘parasites of society.’ These were not words spoken by a politician at an election rally or by a television anchor in prime-time fury. They were spoken, on the record, by the occupant of the highest judicial office in the Republic of India, the officer constitutionally charged with being the final guardian of every citizen’s dignity.

Petitions Against Cockroach Janta Party: 'Don't Be Sentimental,' Says CJI 

<p>The Supreme Court on Monday (May 25) refused to hear an urgent plea for an investigation into the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), a satirical online collective that recently gained traction on social media platforms. The plea also raised concerns over the alleged misuse of courtroom remarks and fake law degrees.</p><p>The matter came before a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. "Don't take it so sentimentally," the CJI said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Incidentally, it was CJI Surya Kant's remark that led to the formation of the CJP. During the hearing, the CJI observed that there was “no grave urgency” in the petition and advised the petitioner not to take the issue “so sentimentally.” The plea also sought action against individuals allegedly using judicial observations for publicity campaigns and demanded a probe into people practising law using fraudulent degrees.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-rapper-santy-sharma-whose-recent-comment-on-cockroach-janta-party-went-viral-1779699602449">Meet rapper Santy Sharma, whose recent comment on Cockroach Janta Party went viral</a></p><h2>What was the remarks made by the CJI?</h2><p>In a hearing on May 15, the CJI during a &nbsp;hearing described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ "“There are already parasites of society who attack the system and you want to join hands with them? There are youngsters like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment and don’t have any place in profession. Some of them become media, some of them become social media, some of them become RTI activists, some of them become other activists, and they start attacking everyone…and you people file contempt petitions!” he had said. As a controversy brokeout, Kant clarified that his recent remarks had been 'misquoted' and were specifically aimed at people entering professions using 'fake and bogus degrees.'</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-cockroaches-are-just-getting-started-more-drama-to-unfold-cjp-addresses-speculation-over-its-future-1779693042605">'Cockroaches are just getting started': More drama to unfold? CJP addresses speculation over its future</a></p><h2>When was CJP formed?</h2><p>The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was formed on May 16, 2026 by Abhijeet Dipke, an Indian political communications strategist. It was formed as a satirical response to controversial remarks made the day prior. It went viral, attracting over 20 million followers and tens of thousands of members. The founder previously worked with the Aam Aadmi Party, which emerged from India’s anti-corruption movement in 2012.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p>

The Supreme Court refused an urgent hearing on a plea seeking a probe into the viral “Cockroach Janta Party” and alleged misuse of courtroom remarks. CJI Surya Kant said there was “no grave urgency” and asked the petitioner not to take the issue “so sentimentally.”

The Supreme Court on Monday (May 25) refused to hear an urgent plea for an investigation into the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), a satirical online collective that recently gained traction on social media platforms. The plea also raised concerns over the alleged misuse of courtroom remarks and fake law degrees. The matter came before a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. "Don't take it so sentimentally," the CJI said. Incidentally, it was CJI Surya Kant's remark that led to the formation of the CJP. During the hearing, the CJI observed that there was “no grave urgency” in the petition and advised the petitioner not to take the issue “so sentimentally.” The plea also sought action against individuals allegedly using judicial observations for publicity campaigns and demanded a probe into people practising law using fraudulent degrees. Also Read: Meet rapper Santy Sharma, whose recent comment on Cockroach Janta Party went viral What was the remarks made by the CJI? In a hearing on May 15, the CJI during a hearing described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ "“There are already parasites of society who attack the system and you want to join hands with them? There are youngsters like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment and don’t have any place in profession. Some of them become media, some of them become social media, some of them become RTI activists, some of them become other activists, and they start attacking everyone…and you people file contempt petitions!” he had said. As a controversy brokeout, Kant clarified that his recent remarks had been 'misquoted' and were specifically aimed at people entering professions using 'fake and bogus degrees.' Also Read: 'Cockroaches are just getting started': More drama to unfold? CJP addresses speculation over its future When was CJP formed? The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was formed on May 16, 2026 by Abhijeet Dipke, an Indian political communications strategist. It was formed as a satirical response to controversial remarks made the day prior. It went viral, attracting over 20 million followers and tens of thousands of members. The founder previously worked with the Aam Aadmi Party, which emerged from India’s anti-corruption movement in 2012.

<p>The Supreme Court refused an urgent hearing on a plea seeking a probe into the viral “Cockroach Janta Party” and alleged misuse of courtroom remarks. CJI Surya Kant said there was “no grave urgency” and asked the petitioner not to take the issue “so sentimentally.”</p>

CJI Surya Kant's five-word response to plea seeking probe into Cockroach Janta Party

<p>Indian rapper and singer Santy Sharma has made headlines following his recent commentary on the much-in-the-news Cockroach Janta Party movement. The musician recently took to Instagram to rant and described the movement as merely ‘internet drama’ as he warned others not to fall prey to such viral campaigns on the internet without first investigating the truth behind the movement and its leaders.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sharma’s post soon went viral on the internet, and a debate ensued regarding nationalism, Internet activism and propaganda.&nbsp;</p><h2>Who is Santy Sharma?</h2><p>Santy Sharma is star in the internet. The rapper-singer works independently and addresses trending topics related to the internet and society. Sharma has managed to create a considerable following for himself thanks to music, thoughts and discussions on infleuncers and newsmakers on the internet.&nbsp;</p><p>He recently came into the limelight when he supported Badshah in the Tateeree controversy.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What did Santy Sharma say about the Cockroach Janta Party?</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his Instagram statement, Santy Sharma wrote, " Cockroach Janta Party" feels more like internet drama than a serious movement." The rapper questioned the motives behind the campaign and criticized how many young users engage with viral trends online without fully understanding the motive.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Today, many people blindly follow trends without properly researching the background of individuals leading such campaigns. The founder of this so-called CJP has reportedly been associated with AAP and has shared multiple posts in the past that appeared critical of India itself."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sharma then said that the national conversation should be to prioritise development and employment over emotionally driven internet movements.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"If someone truly claims to be a nationalist, then the focus should be on solving real issues of India, development, employment, education, innovation, and national unity, instead of emotionally provoking Gen Z into street protests inspired by situations seen in countries like Nepal or Bangladesh."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cockroach-janata-party-founder-reacts-to-pakistan-followers-claim-says-i-know-you-are-desperately-trying-to-1779436144996">Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"No political party is perfect, whether it is the BJP or any other party. Criticising is part of democracy. However, building an unstable outrage culture on social media will not help India grow,” he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sharma pointed out that algorithms on social media, memes, and outrage culture have started playing a role in political discussions amongst the youth.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The rapper also talked about the foreign narrative that is attached to such movements. "Another thing of serious concern here is that much of the social media backing of such movements is done by people with accounts based in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other anti-India narrative groups. Indians need to be cautious about propaganda online."</p><p>Sharma's statement ended on a note that said, "India needs positive discourse and not chaos induced through internet trends. I urge you, the authorities concerned, to keep an eye on such activities."</p><h2>What is the Cockroach Janta Party movement?</h2><p>The Cockroach Janta Party has taken the internet by storm as it quickly went viral, registering over 100,000 members within days of going live. What started as a satirical joke became a massive digital movement, gaining millions of followers. This came following remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, who compared unemployed youth to cockroaches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-sack-education-minister-cockroach-janata-party-demands-dharmendra-pradhan-s-resignation-amid-neet-paper-leak-row-1779438679393">‘Sack Education Minister': Cockroach Janata Party launches first major attack, demands Pradhan’s exit over NEET row</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), founded by a former AAP social media worker, Abhijeet Dipke, has drawn attention from students, social media users, and even some politicians.</p>

Indian rapper and singer Santy Sharma is in news for his recent commentary on the viral Cockroach Janta Party. The rapper-singer took to Instagram to diss the new viral movement online and urged fans to first understand the motive and then follow any trend. 

Indian rapper and singer Santy Sharma has made headlines following his recent commentary on the much-in-the-news Cockroach Janta Party movement. The musician recently took to Instagram to rant and described the movement as merely ‘internet drama’ as he warned others not to fall prey to such viral campaigns on the internet without first investigating the truth behind the movement and its leaders. Sharma’s post soon went viral on the internet, and a debate ensued regarding nationalism, Internet activism and propaganda. Who is Santy Sharma? Santy Sharma is star in the internet. The rapper-singer works independently and addresses trending topics related to the internet and society. Sharma has managed to create a considerable following for himself thanks to music, thoughts and discussions on infleuncers and newsmakers on the internet. He recently came into the limelight when he supported Badshah in the Tateeree controversy. What did Santy Sharma say about the Cockroach Janta Party? In his Instagram statement, Santy Sharma wrote, " Cockroach Janta Party" feels more like internet drama than a serious movement." The rapper questioned the motives behind the campaign and criticized how many young users engage with viral trends online without fully understanding the motive. "Today, many people blindly follow trends without properly researching the background of individuals leading such campaigns. The founder of this so-called CJP has reportedly been associated with AAP and has shared multiple posts in the past that appeared critical of India itself." Sharma then said that the national conversation should be to prioritise development and employment over emotionally driven internet movements. "If someone truly claims to be a nationalist, then the focus should be on solving real issues of India, development, employment, education, innovation, and national unity, instead of emotionally provoking Gen Z into street protests inspired by situations seen in countries like Nepal or Bangladesh." Also read: Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim "No political party is perfect, whether it is the BJP or any other party. Criticising is part of democracy. However, building an unstable outrage culture on social media will not help India grow,” he added. Sharma pointed out that algorithms on social media, memes, and outrage culture have started playing a role in political discussions amongst the youth. The rapper also talked about the foreign narrative that is attached to such movements. "Another thing of serious concern here is that much of the social media backing of such movements is done by people with accounts based in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other anti-India narrative groups. Indians need to be cautious about propaganda online." Sharma's statement ended on a note that said, "India needs positive discourse and not chaos induced through internet trends. I urge you, the authorities concerned, to keep an eye on such activities." What is the Cockroach Janta Party movement? The Cockroach Janta Party has taken the internet by storm as it quickly went viral, registering over 100,000 members within days of going live. What started as a satirical joke became a massive digital movement, gaining millions of followers. This came following remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, who compared unemployed youth to cockroaches. Also read: ‘Sack Education Minister': Cockroach Janata Party launches first major attack, demands Pradhan’s exit over NEET row The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), founded by a former AAP social media worker, Abhijeet Dipke, has drawn attention from students, social media users, and even some politicians.

<p>Indian rapper and singer Santy Sharma is in news for his recent commentary on the viral Cockroach Janta Party. The rapper-singer took to Instagram to diss the new viral movement online and urged fans to first understand the motive and then follow any trend.&nbsp;</p>

Meet rapper Santy Sharma, whose recent comment on Cockroach Janta Party went viral

<p>The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced on Sunday (May 24) that it aims to build an independent, youth-driven movement focused on holding the government accountable and amplifying the concerns of young people, following a massive response on social media and surpassing 22.8 million followers on Instagram. The satirical outfit, launched by political communication strategist Abhijeet Dipke, emerged in response to remarks by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, who had described some sections of the country’s youth as “cockroaches”. Since then, the page has evolved into an outlet for frustration among young Indians over issues such as unemployment, paper leaks and accountability.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Addressing speculation over the future of the movement, the CJP said in a post on Instagram that it had begun as a satirical voice but quickly “resonated with crores of young Indians frustrated with systemic issues like paper leaks, unemployment, and a lack of accountability in the system.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pakistan-angle-to-cockroach-janta-party-netizens-flag-large-number-of-pak-bangladesh-and-turkey-based-followers-1779363695816">Pakistan angle to ‘Cockroach Janta Party’? Netizens flag large number of Pak, Bangladesh and Turkey-based followers</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Cockroaches are the ultimate survivors, thriving in the dark crevices and outlasting every attempt to shut them down. That’s what being young in this country often feels like - mistreated, neglected and overlooked, but never giving up on life,” the post read.</p><p>The outfit claimed that the rapid rise of the movement demonstrated that “India’s youth have been waiting to make their voices heard”. It also alleged that its X handle had been taken down and accused unnamed individuals of attempting to hack its social media accounts and run “smear campaigns” against it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“As the movement continues to grow exponentially with each passing day, there is growing public curiosity around the direction it will take in the days ahead. We want to make it clear - we want to build an independent, youth-driven movement focused on amplifying the concerns of young people and holding the government accountable,” the post stated. The CJP stated that its values align with the Constitution of India and cited leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, B. R. Ambedkar, Jawaharlal Nehru, Bhagat Singh, and Subhas Chandra Bose as inspirations, emphasising its commitment to secularism, democracy, and social justice.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-sack-education-minister-cockroach-janata-party-demands-dharmendra-pradhan-s-resignation-amid-neet-paper-leak-row-1779438679393">‘Sack Education Minister': Cockroach Janata Party launches first major attack, demands Pradhan’s exit over NEET row</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Our core belief is simple: the younger generation deserves better on education, employment, environmental issues, and institutional transparency. We will raise these issues constructively without descending into partisan politics,” the post said. The outfit added that it would soon collect suggestions from its “22 million+ community” and convert the best ideas into “focused campaigns” before working towards “collective structured action”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Share your inputs, and help us build the society and country we want to live in. Together, we will ensure that young people are heard by the system, not ignored. Stay tuned – the cockroaches are just getting started,” it added.</p>

Following a massive 22.8 million Instagram follower milestone, the satirical Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced a youth-driven movement to constructively fight unemployment, paper leaks, and lack of government accountability.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced on Sunday (May 24) that it aims to build an independent, youth-driven movement focused on holding the government accountable and amplifying the concerns of young people, following a massive response on social media and surpassing 22.8 million followers on Instagram. The satirical outfit, launched by political communication strategist Abhijeet Dipke, emerged in response to remarks by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, who had described some sections of the country’s youth as “cockroaches”. Since then, the page has evolved into an outlet for frustration among young Indians over issues such as unemployment, paper leaks and accountability. Addressing speculation over the future of the movement, the CJP said in a post on Instagram that it had begun as a satirical voice but quickly “resonated with crores of young Indians frustrated with systemic issues like paper leaks, unemployment, and a lack of accountability in the system.” Also read: Pakistan angle to ‘Cockroach Janta Party’? Netizens flag large number of Pak, Bangladesh and Turkey-based followers “Cockroaches are the ultimate survivors, thriving in the dark crevices and outlasting every attempt to shut them down. That’s what being young in this country often feels like - mistreated, neglected and overlooked, but never giving up on life,” the post read. The outfit claimed that the rapid rise of the movement demonstrated that “India’s youth have been waiting to make their voices heard”. It also alleged that its X handle had been taken down and accused unnamed individuals of attempting to hack its social media accounts and run “smear campaigns” against it. “As the movement continues to grow exponentially with each passing day, there is growing public curiosity around the direction it will take in the days ahead. We want to make it clear - we want to build an independent, youth-driven movement focused on amplifying the concerns of young people and holding the government accountable,” the post stated. The CJP stated that its values align with the Constitution of India and cited leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, B. R. Ambedkar, Jawaharlal Nehru, Bhagat Singh, and Subhas Chandra Bose as inspirations, emphasising its commitment to secularism, democracy, and social justice. Also read: ‘Sack Education Minister': Cockroach Janata Party launches first major attack, demands Pradhan’s exit over NEET row “Our core belief is simple: the younger generation deserves better on education, employment, environmental issues, and institutional transparency. We will raise these issues constructively without descending into partisan politics,” the post said. The outfit added that it would soon collect suggestions from its “22 million+ community” and convert the best ideas into “focused campaigns” before working towards “collective structured action”. “Share your inputs, and help us build the society and country we want to live in. Together, we will ensure that young people are heard by the system, not ignored. Stay tuned – the cockroaches are just getting started,” it added.

<p>Following a massive 22.8 million Instagram follower milestone, the satirical Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced a youth-driven movement to constructively fight unemployment, paper leaks, and lack of government accountability.</p>

'Cockroaches are just getting started': More drama to unfold? CJP addresses speculation over its future

<p>Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday (May 23) voiced optimism over the proposal to extend constitutional safeguards to Ladakh under Article 371, describing the recently concluded negotiations amid a high-level meeting held in New Delhi as a “work in progress.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The remarks came a day after delegations from the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) met with the Union government and stated that “in-principle understanding” had been reached on enacting special constitutional safeguards for the region. “We made significant progress this evening in our talks with the Govt. MHA, Apex &amp; KDA leaders of Ladakh had a broad consensus on restoring democracy with a tailor-made legislative body,” he said on X.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking to news agency PTI on Saturday, Wangchuk said discussions are continuing to finalise the framework and delegation of responsibilities under Article 371 in Ladakh. “This is not a time to celebrate or deplore based on what has been discussed so far. It is a work in progress. Only an understanding has been reached, and it is not an accord or an agreement…We hope that there will be progress in this in the coming days,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Article 371 is a constitutional provision that provides special protections and a degree of autonomy to select states and regions in order to safeguard their cultural heritage, land ownership rights, local employment opportunities and administrative structures.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-chief-electoral-officer-named-cm-secretary-bjp-accuses-rahul-gandhi-of-hypocrisy-1779551193261">Kerala Chief Electoral Officer named CM secretary; BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy</a></p><h3>Sonam Wangchuk supports CJP</h3><p>During the interview, Sonam Wangchuk also expressed support for the viral “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), saying that although he may not qualify to be a member, he strongly related to the party’s message. “I am neither unemployed nor am I lazy. So sadly, I am not a member. But I consider myself an honorary cockroach,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, the Karnataka Police denied permission for a proposed CJP event in Karnataka. Responding to reporters on Saturday, G Parameshwara said the decision was taken independently by the police. “If permission has been denied, there must be reasons for it,” he said while addressing questions about the CJP convention scheduled to take place in Bengaluru on Sunday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Article 371 is a constitutional provision that provides special protections and a degree of autonomy to select states and regions in order to safeguard their cultural heritage, land ownership rights, local employment opportunities and administrative structures.

Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday (May 23) voiced optimism over the proposal to extend constitutional safeguards to Ladakh under Article 371, describing the recently concluded negotiations amid a high-level meeting held in New Delhi as a “work in progress.” The remarks came a day after delegations from the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) met with the Union government and stated that “in-principle understanding” had been reached on enacting special constitutional safeguards for the region. “We made significant progress this evening in our talks with the Govt. MHA, Apex & KDA leaders of Ladakh had a broad consensus on restoring democracy with a tailor-made legislative body,” he said on X. Speaking to news agency PTI on Saturday, Wangchuk said discussions are continuing to finalise the framework and delegation of responsibilities under Article 371 in Ladakh. “This is not a time to celebrate or deplore based on what has been discussed so far. It is a work in progress. Only an understanding has been reached, and it is not an accord or an agreement…We hope that there will be progress in this in the coming days,” he said. Article 371 is a constitutional provision that provides special protections and a degree of autonomy to select states and regions in order to safeguard their cultural heritage, land ownership rights, local employment opportunities and administrative structures. Also read: Kerala Chief Electoral Officer named CM secretary; BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy Sonam Wangchuk supports CJP During the interview, Sonam Wangchuk also expressed support for the viral “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), saying that although he may not qualify to be a member, he strongly related to the party’s message. “I am neither unemployed nor am I lazy. So sadly, I am not a member. But I consider myself an honorary cockroach,” he said. Meanwhile, the Karnataka Police denied permission for a proposed CJP event in Karnataka. Responding to reporters on Saturday, G Parameshwara said the decision was taken independently by the police. “If permission has been denied, there must be reasons for it,” he said while addressing questions about the CJP convention scheduled to take place in Bengaluru on Sunday.

<p>Article 371 is a constitutional provision that provides special protections and a degree of autonomy to select states and regions in order to safeguard their cultural heritage, land ownership rights, local employment opportunities and administrative structures.</p>

‘Work in progress’: Sonam Wangchuk on Article 371 talks for Ladakh, backs Cockroach Janta Party

<p>Abhijeet Dipke, the man behind the viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), on Sunday (May 24) denied reports that the party has called for a "peaceful human chain" near Town Hall in Bengaluru. This comes as Bengaluru Police on Friday (May 22) warned people against gathering near Town Hall after a protest call linked to the viral "Cockroach Janta Party" began circulating widely on social media. The message, shared under the banner of "Cockroach Janta Party Karnataka," called for a "peaceful human chain" on May 24. The poster urged supporters to "demonstrate our power" and claimed it was "time to show power in the streets, not just online."</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-no-access-to-any-of-our-platforms-cockroach-janta-party-founder-abhijeet-dipke-claims-instagram-hacked-even-as-x-account-remains-suspended-1779512094382"><strong>'No access to any platforms': What’s happening to Cockroach Janta Party? Founder Abhijeet Dipke claims Instagram accounts hacked amid 'crackdown'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Strategy to demonise the Cockroach Janta Party?</strong></h2><p>Even before the call could gain momentum, the satirical movement itself appeared to distance itself from any planned demonstration. A video message posted from the Cockroach Janta Party handle on Instagram said: "Cockroach Janta Party has not given any call for protest. Please be careful. They are waiting for just one mishap to demonise our movement."</p><p>The clarification came amid growing attention around the online movement, which has rapidly gained followers after positioning itself as a voice of frustrated youth angry over unemployment, exam paper leaks and political accountability. A poster purportedly by the CJP being shared online read: "All cockroaches and fans of the Cockroach Janata Party, join us to demonstrate our power and send out a message to the self-decepted administration."</p><p>It also carried the tagline, "Not just online, it’s time to show power in the streets." However, soon after the protest poster began circulating, Bengaluru City Police issued a public advisory saying no permission had been granted for any gathering or demonstration near Town Hall.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cockroach-janata-party-founder-reacts-to-pakistan-followers-claim-says-i-know-you-are-desperately-trying-to-1779436144996"><strong>Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’</strong></a></p><p>Police also reminded citizens that protests on public roads violate existing Karnataka High Court guidelines, which direct demonstrations to be held only at Freedom Park.</p><p>"The public is advised not to knowingly or unknowingly forward or share the said message through social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, etc., and not to gather near Town Hall," Bengaluru Police said in its statement.</p><h2><strong>Bengaluru Namma Hakku protest</strong></h2><p>The poster itself featured illustrations of cockroaches marching toward Vidhana Soudha carrying placards reading "Namma Hakku" (Our Rights) and slogans encouraging people to "send out a message" to the administration.</p><p>The Cockroach Janta Party, founded earlier this month by former AAP strategist Abhijeet Dipke, emerged after Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s controversial remarks referring to certain unemployed youth and fake degree holders as “cockroaches” and “parasites.” Though the CJI later clarified that his comments were directed only at people using fake qualifications, the phrase quickly exploded online and transformed into a full-fledged internet movement.</p>

Cockroach Janta Party says it never called for Bengaluru street protest. As police warn people against gathering near Town Hall, founder Abhijeet Dipke claims fake protest posters are being circulated to "demonise" the viral movement.

What exactly is happening? Scroll down to read more.

Abhijeet Dipke, the man behind the viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), on Sunday (May 24) denied reports that the party has called for a "peaceful human chain" near Town Hall in Bengaluru. This comes as Bengaluru Police on Friday (May 22) warned people against gathering near Town Hall after a protest call linked to the viral "Cockroach Janta Party" began circulating widely on social media. The message, shared under the banner of "Cockroach Janta Party Karnataka," called for a "peaceful human chain" on May 24. The poster urged supporters to "demonstrate our power" and claimed it was "time to show power in the streets, not just online." Also read | 'No access to any platforms': What’s happening to Cockroach Janta Party? Founder Abhijeet Dipke claims Instagram accounts hacked amid 'crackdown' Strategy to demonise the Cockroach Janta Party? Even before the call could gain momentum, the satirical movement itself appeared to distance itself from any planned demonstration. A video message posted from the Cockroach Janta Party handle on Instagram said: "Cockroach Janta Party has not given any call for protest. Please be careful. They are waiting for just one mishap to demonise our movement." The clarification came amid growing attention around the online movement, which has rapidly gained followers after positioning itself as a voice of frustrated youth angry over unemployment, exam paper leaks and political accountability. A poster purportedly by the CJP being shared online read: "All cockroaches and fans of the Cockroach Janata Party, join us to demonstrate our power and send out a message to the self-decepted administration." It also carried the tagline, "Not just online, it’s time to show power in the streets." However, soon after the protest poster began circulating, Bengaluru City Police issued a public advisory saying no permission had been granted for any gathering or demonstration near Town Hall. Also read | Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’ Police also reminded citizens that protests on public roads violate existing Karnataka High Court guidelines, which direct demonstrations to be held only at Freedom Park. "The public is advised not to knowingly or unknowingly forward or share the said message through social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, etc., and not to gather near Town Hall," Bengaluru Police said in its statement. Bengaluru Namma Hakku protest The poster itself featured illustrations of cockroaches marching toward Vidhana Soudha carrying placards reading "Namma Hakku" (Our Rights) and slogans encouraging people to "send out a message" to the administration. The Cockroach Janta Party, founded earlier this month by former AAP strategist Abhijeet Dipke, emerged after Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s controversial remarks referring to certain unemployed youth and fake degree holders as “cockroaches” and “parasites.” Though the CJI later clarified that his comments were directed only at people using fake qualifications, the phrase quickly exploded online and transformed into a full-fledged internet movement.

<p>Cockroach Janta Party says it never called for Bengaluru street protest. As police warn people against gathering near Town Hall, founder Abhijeet Dipke claims fake protest posters are being circulated to "demonise" the viral movement.</p><p>What exactly is happening? Scroll down to read more.</p>

Who called for the Bengaluru ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ protest? Abhijeet Dipke alleges conspiracy to 'demonise' movement

<p>Internet personality and Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday alleged a coordinated crackdown on the viral online platform after its official website and multiple social media accounts became inaccessible. The development triggered fresh debate online around digital activism, political satire and censorship, particularly among younger social media users who had rallied behind the meme-driven movement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dipke announced on X that the platform’s 'iconic' website, cockroachjantaparty.org, had been taken down. In a strongly worded post, he accused the BJP-led Centre of “dictatorial behaviour” and claimed the action reflected growing intolerance towards online dissent. “Why is the government so scared of cockroaches?” he wrote. “Our only crime is we were demanding a better future for ourselves.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-extends-ebola-entry-ban-to-green-card-holders-amid-outbreak-fears-1779523068899"><strong>US government extends Ebola entry ban to Green Card holders amid outbreak fears</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The government has taken down our iconic website - <a href="https://t.co/l6i6Ry8h5S">https://t.co/l6i6Ry8h5S</a>.<br><br>10 Lakh cockroaches had signed up on our website has members. <br><br>6 Lakh cockroaches had signed a petition to demand the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. <br><br>Why is the government so scared of cockroaches?…</p>&mdash; Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) <a href="https://twitter.com/abhijeet_dipke/status/2058091606054453671?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Social media accounts allegedly hacked and withheld</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>The Cockroach Janta Party has gained attention in recent months for blending political satire, internet humour and youth frustration into a digital campaign that resonated widely across Instagram and X. The platform emerged prominently during public outrage over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak controversy and broader frustration over unemployment and competitive examinations. Its name gained traction after Chief Justice of India &nbsp;Surya Kant, during a hearing, remarked that individuals entering professions with fake degrees were like “cockroaches” and “parasites”. However, the CJI later clarified that his remarks were directed solely at people using fake or bogus degrees to enter professions, and not at the youth of the country.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dipke claimed nearly 10 lakh users had registered as members on the website before it went offline. He further stated that around six lakh supporters had signed an online petition demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET controversy.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We have achieved 1 million registered Cockroaches on our website in less than a week! <br><br>The movement keeps getting bigger despite all the crackdown! <a href="https://t.co/s8ZHhlHh2Y">pic.twitter.com/s8ZHhlHh2Y</a></p>&mdash; Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cockroachisback/status/2058068075677650979?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>In another post, Dipke wrote: “You can hack and withhold the accounts but you cannot hack this movement.” He added, “We are not going to stop and we will keep raising our voice against this autocracy. Every attack makes cockroaches stronger.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-sack-education-minister-cockroach-janata-party-demands-dharmendra-pradhan-s-resignation-amid-neet-paper-leak-row-1779438679393"><strong>‘Sack Education Minister': Cockroach Janata Party launches first major attack, demands Pradhan’s exit over NEET row</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Movement vows to continue despite takedowns</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>Earlier in the day, Dipke said the organisation had lost access to several of its digital platforms. “Please note that we currently do not have access to any of our platforms. Any post made after this should not be considered an official statement from the Cockroach Janta Party,” he posted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further alleged that the platform’s official Instagram account, his personal Instagram profile, the party’s X account and even a backup account had either been hacked, withheld or removed. Listing the alleged actions, he wrote: “Crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party. Instagram page hacked, my personal Instagram hacked, Twitter account withheld, backup account also taken down.” Despite the disruption, Dipke maintained that the movement would continue. “We’re working on a new home right now. Cockroaches never die.”</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Movement vows to continue despite takedowns</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><p>Earlier in the day, Dipke said the organisation had lost access to several of its digital platforms. “Please note that we currently do not have access to any of our platforms. Any post made after this should not be considered an official statement from the Cockroach Janta Party,” he posted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He further alleged that the platform’s official Instagram account, his personal Instagram profile, the party’s X account and even a backup account had either been hacked, withheld or removed. Listing the alleged actions, he wrote: “Crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party, Instagram page hacked, my personal Instagram hacked, Twitter account withheld, backup account also taken down.” Despite the disruption, Dipke maintained that the movement would continue. “We’re working on a new home right now. Cockroaches never die.”</p>

Dipke announced on X that the platform’s 'iconic' website, cockroachjantaparty.org, had been taken down. In a strongly worded post, he accused the BJP-led Centre of “dictatorial behaviour” and claimed the action reflected growing intolerance towards online dissent

Internet personality and Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday alleged a coordinated crackdown on the viral online platform after its official website and multiple social media accounts became inaccessible. The development triggered fresh debate online around digital activism, political satire and censorship, particularly among younger social media users who had rallied behind the meme-driven movement. Dipke announced on X that the platform’s 'iconic' website, cockroachjantaparty.org, had been taken down. In a strongly worded post, he accused the BJP-led Centre of “dictatorial behaviour” and claimed the action reflected growing intolerance towards online dissent. “Why is the government so scared of cockroaches?” he wrote. “Our only crime is we were demanding a better future for ourselves.” ALSO READ: US government extends Ebola entry ban to Green Card holders amid outbreak fears

<p>Dipke announced on X that the platform’s 'iconic' website, cockroachjantaparty.org, had been taken down. In a strongly worded post, he accused the BJP-led Centre of “dictatorial behaviour” and claimed the action reflected growing intolerance towards online dissent</p>

‘404 democracy not found’: Cockroach Janta Party website taken down, founder Abhijeet Dipke reacts

<p>Abhijeet Dipke, the man behind the viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), on Saturday (May 23) claimed that multiple social media accounts linked to the group had been taken down or hacked amid growing controversy surrounding the page. In a series of posts on X, Dipke alleged that the organisation was facing a coordinated "crackdown" after its sharp criticism of the government over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and unemployment issues.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cockroach-janata-party-founder-reacts-to-pakistan-followers-claim-says-i-know-you-are-desperately-trying-to-1779436144996"><strong>Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Cockroach Janta Party's Instagram hacked?</strong></h2><p>"Crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party," Dipke wrote in one post, before listing the alleged actions taken against the group. "Instagram page hacked. My personal Instagram hacked. Twitter account withheld. Backup account also taken down," he claimed.</p><p>In another post, Dipke said the group has lost access to all its online platforms and warned followers against believing any new content posted from those accounts. "Please note that we currently do not have access to any of our platforms. Any post made after this should not be considered an official statement from the Cockroach Janta Party," he wrote.</p><p>Soon after, Dipke also accused authorities of targeting the CJP instead of focusing on the NEET-UG paper leak case, which has triggered nationwide outrage among students and parents. "Action should have been taken against the Education Minister for the paper leak. For the student who lost his life due to the government’s failure," Dipke posted.</p><p>"But in New India, action is being taken against the Cockroach Janta Party for demanding accountability," he added.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-we-can-get-you-killed-even-in-america-cockroach-janata-party-founder-shares-alarming-death-threat-messages-1779437275390"><strong>'We can get you murdered even in America': Cockroach Janta Party founder shares alarming death threat messages</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Cockroach Janta Party: Political movement or just a social media phenomenon</strong></h2><p>The Cockroach Janta Party exploded into a social media phenomenon earlier this month after turning Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s controversial "cockroaches" remark into a meme-driven political movement that resonated strongly with frustrated students and unemployed youth online. The party's rapid rise, amid the NEET controversy, pushed the political satire movement into national headlines, with follower counts surging into the millions, overtaking the accounts of the BJP and Congress within days.</p><p>The movement has also faced intense backlash online, including accusations from critics that foreign audiences and Pakistani elements were amplifying its reach. Dipke has denied the allegations while sharing screenshots claiming that over 94 per cent of the audience was based in India.</p>

Viral Cockroach Janata Party facing a digital ‘crackdown’? Founder Abhijeet Dipke claims the party’s Instagram pages were hacked, its Twitter accounts were withheld, and its backups were taken down after criticism over the NEET-UG paper leak.

What exactly happened to the accounts?

Abhijeet Dipke, the man behind the viral political satire movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), on Saturday (May 23) claimed that multiple social media accounts linked to the group had been taken down or hacked amid growing controversy surrounding the page. In a series of posts on X, Dipke alleged that the organisation was facing a coordinated "crackdown" after its sharp criticism of the government over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and unemployment issues. Also read | Cockroach Janta Party founder reacts to 'Pakistan followers' claim, says ‘I know you are desperately trying to...’ Cockroach Janta Party's Instagram hacked? "Crackdown on Cockroach Janta Party," Dipke wrote in one post, before listing the alleged actions taken against the group. "Instagram page hacked. My personal Instagram hacked. Twitter account withheld. Backup account also taken down," he claimed. In another post, Dipke said the group has lost access to all its online platforms and warned followers against believing any new content posted from those accounts. "Please note that we currently do not have access to any of our platforms. Any post made after this should not be considered an official statement from the Cockroach Janta Party," he wrote. Soon after, Dipke also accused authorities of targeting the CJP instead of focusing on the NEET-UG paper leak case, which has triggered nationwide outrage among students and parents. "Action should have been taken against the Education Minister for the paper leak. For the student who lost his life due to the government’s failure," Dipke posted. "But in New India, action is being taken against the Cockroach Janta Party for demanding accountability," he added. Also read | 'We can get you murdered even in America': Cockroach Janta Party founder shares alarming death threat messages Cockroach Janta Party: Political movement or just a social media phenomenon The Cockroach Janta Party exploded into a social media phenomenon earlier this month after turning Chief Justice of India Surya Kant’s controversial "cockroaches" remark into a meme-driven political movement that resonated strongly with frustrated students and unemployed youth online. The party's rapid rise, amid the NEET controversy, pushed the political satire movement into national headlines, with follower counts surging into the millions, overtaking the accounts of the BJP and Congress within days. The movement has also faced intense backlash online, including accusations from critics that foreign audiences and Pakistani elements were amplifying its reach. Dipke has denied the allegations while sharing screenshots claiming that over 94 per cent of the audience was based in India.

<p>Viral Cockroach Janta Party facing a digital ‘crackdown’? Founder Abhijeet Dipke claims the party’s Instagram pages were hacked, its Twitter accounts were withheld, and its backups were taken down after criticism over the NEET-UG paper leak.</p><p>What exactly happened to the accounts?</p>

'No access to any platforms': What’s happening to Cockroach Janta Party? Founder Abhijeet Dipke claims Instagram accounts hacked amid 'crackdown'

On May 15, 2026, Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, presiding over a Supreme Court bench, described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’ who, failing to find jobs, turn to social media, journalism, and RTI activism to ‘attack the system.’ He called such individuals ‘parasites of society.’ These were not words spoken by a politician at an election rally or by a television anchor in prime-time fury. They were spoken, on the record, by the occupant of the highest judicial office in the Republic of India, the officer constitutionally charged with being the final guardian of every citizen’s dignity.



CJI Referred to Youngsters as Cockroaches During a Hearing

A bizarre new political satire movement nicknamed the “Cockroach Party” is rapidly gaining traction across India’s social media landscape. Inspired by the insect’s image of survival and resilience, the online collective has attracted millions of followers within days and reportedly overtaken the BJP in Instagram engagement. The trend exploded after controversial remarks allegedly made by Chief Justice Surya Kant comparing unemployed youth in journalism and activism to “cockroaches” and “parasites,” triggering a wave of memes, protests and political satire online.


'Cockroach' Janta Party Overtakes BJP in Number of Followers on Instagram

<p>As the Cockroach Janta Party has gone viral on social media with millions of followers, another party, Oggy Janata Party, has claimed to expose its AAP links, accusing it of not being “neutral” as it claims to be. This comes as several social media users question Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of CJP, a former AAP worker. Dipke is currently living in the US, further raising questions about whether his satirical movement is a propaganda against the current ruling party of India, Bhartiya Janata Party.</p><p>In its Instagram bio, the OJP writes, “Not backed by any political party, unlike USA-based ‘CJP’”. It added, “just uncomfortable truths. Question everything. Worship nothing.” The account has gained over 7,000 followers as of Thursday.</p><h2><strong>What did OJP reveal?</strong></h2><p>In a post on Instagram, the Oggy Janata Party highlighted Dipke’s APP links, posting screenshots from his LinkedIn account. The 30-year-old political communication strategist worked with the Aam Aadmi Party as part of its social media and election campaign team from 2020 to 2023. During the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, when the party led by Arvind Kejriwal swept to power, Dipke was involved in creating meme-based digital campaigns for the party.</p><p>The OJP posted screenshots of past social media activity of Dipke, showing his support for AAP. In several of the screenshots, Dipke praised AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal. In one of the posts, he expressed gratitude to former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi Manish Sisodia after meeting him. “Leaving for Boston with your guidance as my compass. No distance will ever weaken my commitment to AAP,” Dipke had written in the caption, posting a picture with Sisodia.</p><p>The OJP also highlighted that the CJP follows influencer Arpit Sharma on Instagram, whose father, Vikas Sharma, contested in the 2022 UP elections on an AAP ticket. It also questioned why are opposition veteran politicians like Mahua Moitra and Kirti Azad joining a youth movement.</p>

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<h2><strong>OJP’s Manifesto</strong></h2><p>In a post on Instagram, OJP released its manifesto, which focuses on animal rights. Its manifesto includes: stray animal protection, free animal healthcare, shelter and rescue expansion, strict animal cruelty laws, feed and care missions, and adoption awareness campaign.</p><p>In separate posts, the OJP also called for justice for the NEET paper leak incident, demanding the resignation of Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan. It also demanded a complete ban on beef slaughter and export. The OJP said it promises to make education degrees compulsory for lawmakers.</p>

Oggy Janata Party emerged online, claiming to expose the Cockroach Janta Party’s alleged AAP links. It shared posts about founder Abhijeet Dipke and released a manifesto focused on animal rights, and also raised other issues.

As the Cockroach Janta Party has gone viral on social media with millions of followers, another party, Oggy Janata Party, has claimed to expose its AAP links, accusing it of not being “neutral” as it claims to be. This comes as several social media users question Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of CJP, a former AAP worker. Dipke is currently living in the US, further raising questions about whether his satirical movement is a propaganda against the current ruling party of India, Bhartiya Janata Party. In its Instagram bio, the OJP writes, “Not backed by any political party, unlike USA-based ‘CJP’”. It added, “just uncomfortable truths. Question everything. Worship nothing.” The account has gained over 7,000 followers as of Thursday. What did OJP reveal? In a post on Instagram, the Oggy Janata Party highlighted Dipke’s APP links, posting screenshots from his LinkedIn account. The 30-year-old political communication strategist worked with the Aam Aadmi Party as part of its social media and election campaign team from 2020 to 2023. During the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, when the party led by Arvind Kejriwal swept to power, Dipke was involved in creating meme-based digital campaigns for the party. The OJP posted screenshots of past social media activity of Dipke, showing his support for AAP. In several of the screenshots, Dipke praised AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal. In one of the posts, he expressed gratitude to former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi Manish Sisodia after meeting him. “Leaving for Boston with your guidance as my compass. No distance will ever weaken my commitment to AAP,” Dipke had written in the caption, posting a picture with Sisodia. The OJP also highlighted that the CJP follows influencer Arpit Sharma on Instagram, whose father, Vikas Sharma, contested in the 2022 UP elections on an AAP ticket. It also questioned why are opposition veteran politicians like Mahua Moitra and Kirti Azad joining a youth movement.

<p>Oggy Janata Party emerged online, claiming to expose the Cockroach Janta Party’s alleged AAP links. It shared posts about founder Abhijeet Dipke and released a manifesto focused on animal rights, and also raised other issues.</p>

What is Oggy Janata Party that claims to expose Cockroach Janta Party’s agenda?

<p>The Cockroach Janta Party has taken the internet by storm as it quickly went viral, registering over 100,000 members within days of going live. What started as a satirical joke became a massive digital movement, gaining millions of followers. This came following remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, who compared unemployed youth to cockroaches. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP social media worker, CJP has drawn attention from students, social media users, and even some politicians.</p><p>In a latest development, the X account of the CJP has been withheld in India. The account had gained more than 200k followers in just four days as it went viral. Following this, Dipke created a new account, urging more people to follow it. Meanwhile, its Instagram account has surpassed the number of followers of the official handle of the Bhartiya Janata Party, the world’s largest political party. As of Thursday, the CJP account gained over 15.3 million followers, while the BJP’s account has 8.8 million followers.</p><h2><strong>Who is Abhijeet Dipke?</strong></h2><p>Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of Cockroach Janta Party, is a 30-year-old Indian political communication strategist.</p><p>Known for his work in digital political messaging, narrative building and online campaign strategy, Dipke completed his undergraduate degree in journalism in Pune. Following this, he moved to the United States for higher education. He recently completed his master’s degree in Public Relations from Boston University.</p><p>From 2020 to 2023, Dipke worked with the Aam Aadmi Party and was part of the party’s social media and election campaign team. During the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, when the party led by Arvind Kejriwal swept to power, Dipke was involved in creating meme-based digital campaigns for the party.</p><p>Speaking to India Today in an interview, Dipke, who is currently living in the US, insisted that the Cockroach Janata Party was never a planned project.</p><p>“As I told you, none of this was planned. If I had planned it, I wouldn’t be doing it from the US. I would have been in India. But I want to underline this: this has happened because of the frustration young people have carried for many years. India has the largest young population, and the majority of that young population is out of the workforce,” he said.</p><p>Dipke now has more than 103.6k followers on X at the time of writing this report. His bio reads: “Founding President - Cockroach Janta Party”.</p><h2><strong>Did Dipke spread fake news on Kashmir in 2019?</strong></h2><p>Meanwhile, reports have surfaced suggesting that in 2019, a complaint was filed against Dipke over the spreading of fake news and provocative content on Kashmir. In the complaint, filed by the Legal Rights Observatory, a voluntary organisation, alleged that he was garnering “support for separatist/ terrorist active in Kashmir” and “relentlessly provoking people through his Twitter account.” The LRO accused Dipke of “spreading lies, provocative false propaganda and Hurriyat style separatism.”</p>

The Cockroach Janta Party went viral with millions of followers before its X account was withheld in India. Know more about its founder, Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP worker.

The Cockroach Janta Party has taken the internet by storm as it quickly went viral, registering over 100,000 members within days of going live. What started as a satirical joke became a massive digital movement, gaining millions of followers. This came following remarks made by Chief Justice Surya Kant, who compared unemployed youth to cockroaches. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP social media worker, CJP has drawn attention from students, social media users, and even some politicians. In a latest development, the X account of the CJP has been withheld in India. The account had gained more than 200k followers in just four days as it went viral. Following this, Dipke created a new account, urging more people to follow it. Meanwhile, its Instagram account has surpassed the number of followers of the official handle of the Bhartiya Janata Party, the world’s largest political party. As of Thursday, the CJP account gained over 15.3 million followers, while the BJP’s account has 8.8 million followers. Who is Abhijeet Dipke? Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of Cockroach Janta Party, is a 30-year-old Indian political communication strategist. Known for his work in digital political messaging, narrative building and online campaign strategy, Dipke completed his undergraduate degree in journalism in Pune. Following this, he moved to the United States for higher education. He recently completed his master’s degree in Public Relations from Boston University. From 2020 to 2023, Dipke worked with the Aam Aadmi Party and was part of the party’s social media and election campaign team. During the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, when the party led by Arvind Kejriwal swept to power, Dipke was involved in creating meme-based digital campaigns for the party. Speaking to India Today in an interview, Dipke, who is currently living in the US, insisted that the Cockroach Janata Party was never a planned project. “As I told you, none of this was planned. If I had planned it, I wouldn’t be doing it from the US. I would have been in India. But I want to underline this: this has happened because of the frustration young people have carried for many years. India has the largest young population, and the majority of that young population is out of the workforce,” he said. Dipke now has more than 103.6k followers on X at the time of writing this report. His bio reads: “Founding President - Cockroach Janta Party”. Did Dipke spread fake news on Kashmir in 2019? Meanwhile, reports have surfaced suggesting that in 2019, a complaint was filed against Dipke over the spreading of fake news and provocative content on Kashmir. In the complaint, filed by the Legal Rights Observatory, a voluntary organisation, alleged that he was garnering “support for separatist/ terrorist active in Kashmir” and “relentlessly provoking people through his Twitter account.” The LRO accused Dipke of “spreading lies, provocative false propaganda and Hurriyat style separatism.”

<p>The Cockroach Janta Party went viral with millions of followers before its X account was withheld in India. Know more about its founder, Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP worker.</p>

Who is Abhijeet Dipke, founder of viral Cockroach Janta Party that took over social media?

The account, which presently has 14.1 million followers on instagram, presents itself as a fictional political outfit. It has now entered mainstream social media discourse after several public figures from the entertainment industry began following it on Instagram. 

<p>&nbsp;The account, which presently has 14.1 million followers on instagram, presents itself as a fictional political outfit. It has now entered mainstream social media discourse after several public figures from the entertainment industry began following it on Instagram.&nbsp;</p>

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