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Cockroach Janta Party appoints journalist, filmmaker, ex-McKinsey consultant as spokespersons

The Cockroach Janta Party has appointed Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons. This move aims to expand the party's reach. The appointments precede a planned protest against alleged failures in India's education system. The party founder, Abhijeet Dipke, is set to return to India soon.

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Sonam Wangchuk to join Cockroach Janta Party protest in Delhi on June 6

June 6 will see education champion Sonam Wangchuk stepping into the spotlight alongside the Cockroach Janta Party in Delhi, calling for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Stemming from troubling issues around exam integrity and educational reform, this grassroots uprising is spearheaded by passionate youth.

The Economic Times

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke teases ‘eminent personality’ joining cockroach movement; X users guess who it is

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke posted a cryptic post on X which has sparked fresh speculation online. After announcing that an "eminent personality" would be joining the cockroach movement, X users flooded the replies with guesses ranging from politicians and activists to comedians and public figures.

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What RSS Said About CJP Surprised Everyone

One social media page. Millions of views. Endless debates. And suddenly, everyone is talking about the Cockroach Janta Party. Supporters call it a fresh voice for young Indians. Critics question its motives. Political leaders have debated its impact, while social media continues to amplify its reach. But amid all the…

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South Central 77: Karnataka after Siddaramaiah and rise of Cockroach Janta Party

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna first discuss the cabinet change in Karnataka and what Siddaramaiah’s resignation will mean for the state’s politics. They are joined by professor and commentator Prithvi Datta Chandra Shobhi.

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Sonam Wangchuk rejects Ladakh LG's claims, reaffirms support to 'Cockroach Janta Party'

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has strongly refuted claims made by Ladakh Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena. Wangchuk stated his meeting with the LG was cordial and friendly, unlike the LG's public post. He defended his comparison of Ladakh with Manipur and reaffirmed his support for the 'Cockroach Party'. Wangchuk believes the LG's…

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Delhi HC to hear plea on Friday against blocking of Cockroach Janta Party's X handle

The Delhi High Court will hear a petition on Friday. Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, is challenging the blocking of his group's X account. The satirical digital outfit was launched following remarks attributed to the Chief Justice of India. The group aims to amplify youth concerns and…

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Cockroach Janta Party: India's youth turn judge's jab into viral political movement

A satirical political movement has gone viral amongst India's youth with an unusual mascot at the helm: the cockroach. The Cockroach Janta Party was born after India's chief justice referred to unemployed youth as "cockroaches". Though he later said he was misquoted, his comments ricocheted online. As outrage escalated, 30-year-old…

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Who Is Abhijeet Dipke, Founder of Cockroach Janta Party, Behind Viral India Debate on Satire vs Political Rebellion

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of Cockroach Janta Party, is at the centre of a viral India debate on satire, youth voice and political rebellion

International Business Times UK

India's 'Cockroach' party goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries

India's brand new Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) channeling Gen Z concerns has gone viral, overtaking Instagram followers of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), discussing issues like politics, inflation and unemployment - with a touch of humor. The group's 30-year-old founder, Abhijeet Dipke, said the CJP was so named because…

Bangkok Post

PIL against ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ filed in Supreme Court; CBI probe into ‘fake advocates’ sought

A Supreme Court PIL targets the 'Cockroach Janta Party' for allegedly exploiting judicial remarks for commercial gain. The petition also calls for a CBI probe into 'fake advocates' using fraudulent degrees. This action highlights concerns over the commodification of constitutional proceedings and the potential undermining of judicial sanctity through such…

The Economic Times

Centre cracked down on CJP after IB warning on possible unrest, claim Maharashtra Cong leaders

Maharashtra Congress leaders accuse the ruling BJP of suppressing public dissent by blocking social media accounts of the satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP). The move reportedly followed an Intelligence Bureau report warning of potential unrest due to the CJP's campaign demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG paper…

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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

Public response to Cockroach Janta Party should have government concerned: Prashant Kishor

The former poll strategist also asserted that although it was a "social media campaign" so far, its popularity indicated that the "trust in the system was giving way to anxiety".

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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,…

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.

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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's Instagram followers are now double BJP's, but it may still not beat India's political giants; UPSC teacher explains why

A satirical online group, the Cockroach Janta Party, is outperforming major Indian parties on Instagram, sparking debate on viral popularity versus electoral power. Political commentator Shekhar Dutt cautions against mistaking online engagement for on-ground support, emphasizing that Indian elections still hinge on trust, local leadership, and years of groundwork, not…

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Cockroach Janta Party has 80% Pak-Bangladesh followers, claim netizens; 94% are Indians, says Abhijeet Dipke

Cockroach Janta Party followers: A new Gen-Z group, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has rapidly gained millions of Instagram followers, surpassing the ruling BJP. However, social media users claim a significant portion of its audience is from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Turkey, sparking debate over bot activity and foreign influence. The CJP's…

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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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‘Cockroach party’ unites millions of frustrated Indian youth

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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

The Economic Times

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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