India’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach Party’ is going viral
A satirical political movement known as the 'Cockroach Janta Party' has gained significant attention in India. This movement emerged after a comment by Chief Justice Surya Kant likening unemployed youth to cockroaches, resonating with widespread discontent regarding unemployment and inflation. Within just six days, the party amassed over 22 million followers on Instagram.
- ▪The 'Cockroach Janta Party' is a satirical political movement in India.
- ▪It was inspired by Chief Justice Surya Kant's comment on unemployed youth.
- ▪The movement has gained over 22 million Instagram followers in six days.
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Toggle PlayIndia’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach Party’ is going viralNewsFeedIndia’s Gen Z ‘Cockroach Party’ is going viralA satirical political movement called the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ has gone viral in India after Chief Justice Surya Kant compared unemployed youth to “cockroaches”. The movement taps into growing frustration over unemployment, inflation and living costs under Narendra Modi’s government, gaining more than 22 million Instagram followers in just six days.Published On 23 May 202623 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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