‘I too am a cockroach’: Oppn leaders endorse party, say it's ‘BJP vs CJP’. A look at names
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a satirical political movement, has gained significant traction online, amassing 12 million followers on Instagram. Opposition leaders, including Akhilesh Yadav and Manish Sisodia, have publicly endorsed the CJP, highlighting its appeal among young voters. The movement emerged in response to controversial remarks by the Chief Justice of India, reflecting widespread frustration over unemployment and political issues.
- ▪The Cockroach Janata Party was founded by Abhijeet Dipke and quickly gained popularity among meme-loving Gen Z users.
- ▪Prominent political figures have joined the movement, with Akhilesh Yadav and Manish Sisodia expressing their support on social media.
- ▪The CJP's rise is seen as a reflection of the frustrations of Indian youth regarding unemployment and political privilege.
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‘I too am a cockroach’: Oppn leaders endorse party, say it's ‘BJP vs CJP’. A look at namesSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav threw his weight behind the movement with a short post on Instagram and X. “BJP versus CJP,” he wrote.Updated on: May 21, 2026 2:53 PM ISTBy Priyanshu PriyaShare viaCopy link What started as an internet joke is now turning into one of the loudest political meme movements online. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a satirical outfit born barely four days ago on Thursday touched 12 million followers on Instagram, overtaking the BJP’s 8.7 million followers on the platform.Cockroach Janata Party gains backing from opposition leaders, internet personalitiesThe so-called party, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, proudly calls itself the “Voice of the Lazy & Unemployed” and has…
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