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How Gen Z and India’s Cockroach Janata Party are successfully challenging Narendra Modi

Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets in mass numbers in South Asia in recent years — particularly in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, leading to regime change in those countries. These protests are part of a broader, global Gen Z movement.

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CJP being refused venue for meeting due to pressure from BJP, alleges Dipke

A Cockroach Janta Party meeting in Delhi was cancelled Wednesday. Organizers claimed the banquet hall revoked the booking due to pressure. They alleged the ruling BJP intimidated venues against hosting their events. This development follows the CJP announcing its national team recently. The CJP previously led a protest at Jantar…

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Season 2 of Jantar Mantar to start very soon: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke

Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a new protest soon. He called this upcoming event "Season 2 of Jantar Mantar." Dipke alleged venue owners faced pressure from above to deny them space. He accused the BJP of orchestrating these alleged threats and pressures. The CJP will now embark on…

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CJP founder Dipke announces nationwide campaign to improve govt schools in villages

The Cockroach Janta Party founder announced a nationwide campaign for rural schools. This initiative will begin on August 15, focusing on basic facilities. Parents are urged to conduct social audits of school infrastructure. Village leaders are challenged to improve their local educational institutions. The campaign aims to ensure equitable facilities…

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‘Cockroach’ movement keeps heat on Indian PM

NEW DELHI - Two weeks after youth-led protests forced India’s education minister to resign, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is grappling with the fallout from one of its toughest political challenges in years.

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Dipke urges Modi to address youth on education, jobs in I-Day speech, launches petition

Abhijeet Dipke of CJP launched a petition for Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address. The petition requests discussion on youth education, unemployment, and living costs. CJP led a recent 36-day protest concerning NEET exam irregularities and education system concerns. The organisation is now planning a national listening tour to gather…

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'Don't behave like Delhi Police': CJP chief Dipke seeks removal of 'rude' cop from security duty at his home

Abhijeet Dipke confronted a police sub-inspector at his residence for restricting visitors. He accused the officer of rudeness and monitoring people entering his home. Dipke also alleged plainclothes CID personnel were observing his residence. Videos of the confrontation and his complaint went viral on social media. He demanded the removal…

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India’s cockroach movement: how satire became political power as youth protest forced change

As I strolled around the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory in Delhi on July 28, the atmosphere was finally calm. Jantar Mantar had been the focus of the recent “cockroach” protests, in which tens of thousands took to the streets to push for education reforms in India.

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Cockroach Janta Party unveils national team, Abhijeet Dipke named convener, check full list

The Cockroach Janta Party has announced its new national leadership team. Abhijeet Dipke will serve as the National Convener for the youth-led organization. The party plans a nationwide membership drive and outreach campaign. They aim to build grassroots mobilization and accountability structures. Sonam Wangchuk will continue to mentor the organization's…

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Cockroach Janta Party announces nationwide membership drive, ‘Kya Bolti Public’ campaign to expand grassroots outreach

The Cockroach Janta Party is initiating a nationwide membership drive through its website. This movement aims to address issues like unemployment and institutional trust. The organization will operate as a public pressure group for accountability and reforms. It is also providing legal and medical aid to student protesters. The CJP…

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CJP's Ashutosh Ranka says will unveil 'big announcement' today

The Cockroach Janta Party will announce its future strategy on Thursday. This announcement follows a two-day strategy meeting in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The group will function as a pressure group for institutional accountability and neutrality. Discussions also covered unemployment and strengthening state presence nationwide. The movement's mentor, Sonam Wangchuk, will continue…

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Advocate ‘for Hindus’, celeb-commentary influencer: Meet the latest complainants against CJP

Rinki Chatterjee Singh’s account of her own career is a long ledger of cases – ones she has filed, and ones filed against her. An FIR was registered against Mamata Banerjee in May on her complaint, she claims, and she filed another against the former West Bengal Chief Minister in…

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CJP eyes grassroots expansion, to unveil roadmap on August 6

The Cockroach Janta Party plans to deepen its reach beyond conventional politics. Their movement focuses on societal awakening and building conscious resistance from the ground up. The party will announce its future strategy and plans on August sixth. Leaders criticized dictatorial governance and emphasized the need for genuine dialogue. They…

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Gen Z cockroach party resists lure of election after rattling Modi

Abhijeet Dipke's Gen-Z Cockroach Janta Party is poised to avoid immediate electoral participation. Instead, they are prioritizing discussions with young individuals about pressing issues and the party’s roadmap. This grassroots initiative aims to restore faith in institutions and promote accountability. Dipke expresses concerns over potential government scrutiny should a political…

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Delhi: Man files complaint against CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, seeks immediate arrest over assault allegations

Faizan Ansari filed a complaint against Abhijeet Dipke alleging attacks in Pune and Aurangabad. He seeks the immediate arrest of Dipke, citing proof of his associates' involvement. Meanwhile, an activist questioned Dipke's father's finances and the CJP's tax status. Abhijeet Dipke warned of protests if the Centre does not pay…

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'Ready to show my documents, will PM Modi show his degree?': CJP founder Dipke on foreign funding row

Abhijeet Dipke stated his US education was funded by a scholarship and loan. He commented on Taslima Nasreen's remarks regarding protests in Bangladesh and Nepal. Dipke also urged the Maharashtra government to withdraw FIRs against student protesters. He claimed education has become unaffordable and inaccessible for many Indians. The CJP…

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CJP's core members to meet in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on August 5 to chart future course

Cockroach Janta Party core members will meet on August 5 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. They will discuss their future agenda and plans at the meeting. Activists and volunteers were advised to share their thoughts and suggestions. The outfit will hold a press conference after their meeting. Decisions regarding future actions will…

The Economic Times

‘Apologise to students injured in July 20 protest first’: CJP's Dipke to PM Modi

Abhijeet Dipke of CJP urged Prime Minister Modi to apologize for police actions. He stated that students suffered serious injuries during a protest on July 20. Dipke called for the withdrawal of cases filed against these protesting students. He also accused the BJP IT cell of directing abuse and threats…

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AISA's Neha Bora seeks Amit Shah's resignation over July 20 crackdown

AISA president Neha Bora demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation. She cited the July 20 crackdown on anti-paper leak protesters in Delhi. The movement expanded beyond paper leaks to seek accountability for police actions. Protesters alleged excessive force, including pellet guns, during the march. The agitation concluded after education…

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Modi govt assurances, FIRs, and what’s next for CJP | Abhijeet Dipke with Manisha Pande

Days after the Cockroach Janta Party called off its sit-in at Jantar Mantar with Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and assurances from the Narendra Modi government, questions remain about what those assurances are worth.

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Cockroach Janta Party plans nationwide grassroots movement to hold government accountable, says Saurav Das

The Cockroach Janta Party plans a nationwide movement for youth accountability. CJP led India's largest student protests in recent years. They aim to establish a grassroots organization with workers in every district. The movement will focus on issues like unemployment and food security. The CJP also continues to press for…

The Economic Times

CJP stir: FIR against Noida woman over 'objectional' remarks on PM transferred to Delhi

A Zero FIR was registered in Noida against a woman for alleged slogans. These slogans reportedly targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar. The complaint stated the remarks lowered the dignity of the prime minister's office. This case has now been transferred to Delhi Police for…

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke seeks Amit Shah's resignation, alleges home minister ordered July 20 crackdown

Abhijeet Dipke alleged Union Home Minister Amit Shah ordered police action against students. He demanded Shah's resignation over the crackdown during a recent protest. Dipke also criticized the appointment of Pralhad Joshi as the new education minister. He defended the Jantar Mantar agitation as a constitutional fight for rights. The…

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Beyond millennial cynics and hopefuls, the grand Gen Z debut

When Abhijeet Dipke announced that the Cockroach Janta Party would be undertaking a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar site starting June 20, 2026, there was a fair amount of optimism among a small section of liberal millennials who are critical of the BJP.

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke received BJP join-or-face-consequences threat, claims mother

Abhijeet Dipke's mother alleged a video threat warned him to join the BJP. The family left their home and stayed with relatives for sixteen days. This move was a precaution due to concerns for his parents' safety. Dipke founded the satirical Cockroach Janta Party movement on May sixteenth. The movement…

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