he viral “Cockroach Janta Party” website was taken down on Saturday, according to founder Abhijeet Dipke. He accused the BJP-led central government of acting in a “dictatorial” manner and trying to silence young voices online. The meme-based digital movement had become popular among Millennials and Gen Z users for its sarcastic humour, memes, and anti-establishment commentary.
‘10 Lakh Cockroaches Signed Up’
Dipke claimed that nearly 10 lakh people had registered as members on the website before it went offline. Posting on X, he said, “The government has taken down our iconic website. 10 lakh cockroaches had signed up on our website as members.”
‘Why Is the Government Scared of Cockroaches?’
Dipke alleged that the government was attempting to suppress online expression and youth-led criticism. He wrote, “Why is the government so scared of cockroaches? This dictatorial behaviour is opening the eyes of India’s youth.”
He further added that the group would continue its movement despite the website shutdown, saying, “Cockroaches never die.” The post quickly went viral on social media platforms, drawing more attention to the online campaign.
Movement Linked to NEET-UG Controversy
The controversy comes amid growing anger over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak case, which has sparked protests and concern among medical aspirants across India. Dipke linked the removal of the website to the campaign seeking accountability in the examination controversy.
Earlier, he had also claimed that both his Instagram account and the party’s social media page were hacked, further fuelling online discussions.
How the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ Went Viral
The “Cockroach Janta Party” trend first gained traction online after controversy surrounding remarks allegedly linked to Surya Kant during a court hearing. The movement later evolved into a larger internet-driven protest space filled with political satire, humour, and criticism, especially among younger social media users.
However, CJI Surya Kant later clarified that his “cockroach” remark had been misquoted and said it referred only to people entering professions using “fake and bogus degrees.”
