A newly formed online movement called the Cockroach Janata Party is rapidly gaining attention across India. In just five days, the group has attracted millions of followers on Instagram and sparked conversations about unemployment, inflation, and youth representation in politics.
The Cockroach Janata Party reportedly crossed nearly 15 million Instagram followers within a week. This number is significantly higher than the follower count of India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the platform.
The movement was founded by 30-year-old Abhijeet Dipke, who is currently based in Boston. According to him, the initiative was created to highlight issues affecting young people in India. The group describes itself as the “Voice of the Lazy and Unemployed.”
Its unusual name came after comments made by Chief Justice Surya Kant during a recent hearing. His remarks comparing some unemployed youth to cockroaches triggered online debate. Later, the judge clarified that he was referring to people with fake degrees and not all young individuals.
The Cockroach Janata Party quickly turned the controversy into a digital campaign. Its logo features a cockroach displayed on a mobile phone screen. The movement mainly uses social media posts, memes, graphics, and short videos to discuss public concerns.
The group has also spoken about media freedom, women’s representation in politics, and education issues. It recently discussed the cancellation of a major medical entrance exam after a paper leak affected millions of students across India.
The viral rise of the movement reflects growing concerns among Indian youth. A recent global survey by Deloitte showed that many Gen Z individuals in India are struggling with financial stress, rising prices, and lack of employment opportunities.
India has one of the world’s largest youth populations. Around 65 percent of the country’s population is under the age of 35. Government figures show unemployment among young people remains higher compared to the national average.
Experts believe automation and artificial intelligence could further impact entry-level jobs in the coming years. Due to economic pressure, many young people are delaying major life decisions, including buying homes.
Dipke said the movement is not linked to violent protests or unrest. He stressed that all activities would remain peaceful and democratic. He also avoided confirming whether the group plans to become an official political party in the future.
According to the founder, more than 400,000 people have already signed up for membership through an online form. Most members are between 19 and 25 years old.
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Supporters say the movement speaks openly about problems faced by young people. Many believe traditional political discussions often ignore issues affecting India’s younger generation.
