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"Why won't they speak to us?" CJP's Saurav Das protests over journalist's FIR demand after alleged harassment by Delhi Police

Recent protests erupted outside the Parliament Street Police Station after a female journalist reported police misconduct. The Cockroach Janata Party has called for an FIR to be registered, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. In response, the Delhi Police stated that the complaints have been handed over to the Crime…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

CJP looks to reach out to all Northeast states: Ashutosh Ranka

Ranka said the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) would focus on issues concerning students and youth in the region and provide them a platform to raise their concerns.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Only CJP can remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar, says TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee on Saturday told a vernacular news channel that only the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) can remove CEC Gyanesh Kumar if it posed a serious challenge. He said CJP's focused approach could help it achieve results quickly. Banerjee spoke about efforts by opposition parties to protest against…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

What India’s ‘cockroach’ protests reveal about youth, solidarity and hope

In response to a derogatory remark made in May 2026 by India’s chief justice, who called unemployed youth in India “parasites” and “cockroaches,” the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) was born. Rather than reject the label, Gen Z claimed it defiantly and turned it into a symbolic reassertion of identity.

The Conversation · Aug 17

‘Breach of promise’: How BJP states cracked down on student protesters

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) called off student protests at Jantar Mantar after receiving assurances, among other things, that no criminal cases would be pursued against protesters across the country. And yet, police in various parts of the country booked protesters on various charges, including attempt-to-murder.

Newslaundry · Jul 28

Two more held in Kolkata protest violence over NEET paper leak, police reconstruct crime scene

Kolkata Police apprehended two more individuals, bringing total arrests to sixteen. These arrests are connected to violence during a protest march against the NEET paper leak. Investigators recreated the incident with five accused persons at Dorina Crossing. The state government invoked the West Bengal Public Safety Act for the case.…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Sonam Wangchuk hails Gen Z, says 'nation isn't built by resignation alone'; calls for sweeping education & governance reforms

Sonam Wangchuk hailed the protest's end as a democratic victory for Gen Z. The Cockroach Janata Party withdrew its agitation after the government accepted key demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to the Prime Minister earlier today. The party will continue discussions on broader education and examination reforms.…

The Economic Times · Jul 25

CJP claims UP Police raided home of Mohd Junaid, who was serving food and water at Jantar Mantar, detained his family members

The Cockroach Janata Party claimed Uttar Pradesh police harassed their volunteer, Mohd Junaid. They alleged Junaid's family members were detained and their documents seized by police. Meerut Police have denied any involvement in detaining Junaid's relatives. The CJP is scheduled for a third round of talks with the government.

The Economic Times · Jul 25

Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand: CJP says govt seeks time till Saturday afternoon

The Centre requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to resignation demands. Leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party met with government officials on Friday. They discussed compensation for families and withdrawal of cases against students. The government expressed in-principle approval for these two key demands. The agitation will continue until…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

"Who will you listen to, if not students?": TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee asks PM Modi; backs students' protest

Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee backed students protesting at Jantar Mantar. He stated the central government must listen to student concerns and their demands. Banerjee criticised police action against the Cockroach Janata Party protest on July 20. Opposition MPs also protested outside Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. These actions…

The Economic Times · Jul 22