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‘94% of users are Indian’: Cockroach Janta Party founder fires back at BJP claim of Pakistan-heavy audience

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, stands firm against BJP's assertions regarding the demographic of his movement's social media audience. According to recent data, an impressive 94% of his followers are Indians, countering the Union ministers' claims of a Pakistani influence. The movement's emphasis on youth unemployment…

The Economic Times

All accounts, website taken down: CJP founder alleges crackdown as movement claims 10 lakh sign-ups

The Cockroach Janta Party has claimed that it has come under siege. Reports suggest that their online presence, including social media accounts and their website, has either been dismantled or compromised. Founder Abhijeet Dipke has expressed frustration over the inaccessibility of all official platforms.

The Economic Times

‘I started a joke…now I get death threats’: Abhijeet Dipke on India’s Cockroach Party

What began as a tweet has snowballed into one of India’s most unexpected political phenomena. Abhijeet Dipke, who spoke to Newslaundry from Boston, is the unlikely founder of the Cockroach Janata Party. Within a week, this satirical movement amassed over a million registered members and about 500,000 signatures on a…

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CJP can endure the meme cycle. But can it articulate what kind of India it’s fighting for?

The Modi government has decided that the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is a ‘threat’ to national security. Earlier this week, its X handle with approximately 200,000 followers was withheld in India under Section 69(A) of the IT Act after the Intelligence Bureau flagged its content as a national security risk,…

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Cockroach Janta Party founder claims Instagram hacked, X account blocked

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleges a crackdown on the party's social media, with several accounts reportedly hacked or taken down. The party's X account was withheld in India, prompting the emergence of a new handle with the tagline "Cockroaches Don't Die."

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party: How an insect jibe united India’s disgruntled jobless youth

A mock political party, the Cockroach Janta Party, is gaining massive followers on social media. It represents young Indians' frustration with job scarcity and traditional politics. The movement highlights growing Gen Z resentment towards the government's employment efforts. This satirical party has captured the attention of political rivals as well.

The Economic Times

Why millions of Indians are proudly calling themselves ‘cockroaches’

The Cockroach Janta Party has become one of India’s fastest-growing movements after a Supreme Court judge compared unemployed young people to ‘cockroaches’. Shahana Yasmin reports

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Cockroach Janta Party Sparks Online Buzz Amid Rapid Growth and Account Claims

Social media politics is no longer confined to speeches and hashtags. In recent days, a relatively new political outfit, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has become a trending topic across digital platforms, drawing attention for its rapid follower growth, reported account restrictions, and recent claims of attempted account access.

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'Asli kaam ka waqt aagya': Cockroach Janta Party launches new campaign after crossing BJP’s Instagram follower count, hits 20 million

Newly launched satirical movement Cockroach Janta Party demands Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak. Founder Abhijeet Dipke shared a petition, citing the compromised education system and the futures of over 22 lakh students at stake. The party's rapid online growth has concerned Dipke's parents, who fear legal…

The Economic Times

"Will you take help from foreign powers to break country?": Nishikant Dubey alleges AAP seeking support from foreign entities through Dipke

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has raised concerns over the digital activist Abhijeet Dipke, highlighting the controversial 'Cockroach Janta Party' online trend. Dubey alleges that AAP is attempting to seek support from foreign entities through Abhijit Dipke. Senior Supreme Court lawyer and Congress leader Mahesh Jethmalani calls the trend a "deep…

The Economic Times

Frustrated Indian youth flock to a political party led by a cockroach

A satirical project called the Cockroach Janta Party has become a viral sensation in India

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Scratching the itch: India's Cockroach party goes viral

A satirical Indian political outfit called the Cockroach Janta Party has amassed nearly 15 million followers on Instagram in less than a week.

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The rise of the ‘cockroach party’ as angry youth turn to the insect to vent frustrations

The initiative’s viral success was unintentional, reflecting deep-seated frustration among the nation’s youth

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A parody 'cockroach' party in India becomes major outlet for youth anger and protest

A satirical project called the Cockroach Janta Party has become a viral sensation in India

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India's 'Cockroach Janta Party' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries

A new five-day-old group, the Cockroach Janta Party, has gone viral in India, amassing 15 million Instagram followers by discussing youth concerns like unemployment and inflation with humor. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, the CJP aims to shift India's political discourse, giving a voice to young people who feel unheard.

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X Account of Satirical “Cockroach Janta Party” Withheld in India, New Account Emerges

The X (formerly Twitter) account of the viral satirical group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has reportedly been withheld in India. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke confirmed the development, stating, “As expected Cockroach Janta Party’s account has been withheld in India.”

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party to Parasitic Front: How political memes are taking over the internet

Online satire groups, the Cockroach Janta Party and National Parasitic Front, have surged in popularity following controversial remarks about unemployed youth. These movements, born from social media outrage, use parody manifestos and meme-driven campaigns to voice frustrations. Their rapid, participatory rise signals a new era of digital political expression in…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party's X account withheld in India hours after it surpasses BJP on Instagram with nearly 13 million followers

A new satirical political movement, Cockroach Janta Party or CJP, has taken social media by storm. CJP has surpassed the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in Instagram followers. However, its X account has been withheld in India. The movement was founded by Abhijeet Dipke, a political communication strategist. CJP's manifesto includes…

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Why Gen Z Is Suddenly Backing This Viral Party

It started as satire. A strange name, meme-style content, and online sarcasm that looked like another internet trend destined to disappear within days. But suddenly, millions of young people started joining it. The Cockroach Janta Party is no longer being treated like a joke online. What began as a satirical…

The Economic Times

'Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke's post for AAP's Manish Sisodia before leaving for studies in US emerges: 'No distance will weaken my commitment...'

A satirical political movement, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), founded by former AAP volunteer Abhijeet Dipke, has gained significant traction online. Dipke, now studying in the US, launched the CJP inspired by a judge's remarks. The party's mock manifesto addressing unemployment and accountability has attracted millions of followers, even drawing…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party surpasses BJP on Instagram, has over 10 million followers: Who is CJP's founder Abhijeet Dipke and how is he linked to Arvind Kejriwal's AAP?

A satire website, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has rapidly gained over 10 million Instagram followers, surpassing India's ruling BJP. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, the CJP emerged in response to a remark by the Chief Justice of India comparing youth to "cockroaches." The group's satirical manifesto and viral appeal have resonated…

The Economic Times

Cockroach Janta Party explodes on social media: Who is the founder, website link, manifesto, leaders, and why it’s going viral

Cockroach Janata Party Website: A new online political group, the Cockroach Janta Party, is rapidly gaining followers on Indian social media. Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, the party uses satire and memes to express youth frustration. It addresses issues like unemployment and exam controversies. Prominent figures have engaged with the party…

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