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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Cockroach Janta Party explodes on social media: Who is the founder, website link, manifesto, leaders, and why it’s going viral

A satirical online political group called the Cockroach Janta Party has suddenly become one of the most talked-about trends on Indian social media, attracting tens of thousands of supporters within days. What began as an internet joke after controversial remarks linked to Chief Justice Surya Kant has now turned into a fast-growing digital movement mixing humour, political anger and Gen-Z internet culture.

The group, founded by Abhijeet Dipke, claims it crossed more than 50,000 members within days of launch. Opposition leaders, meme pages, students and young professionals have all amplified the trend, helping the party dominate online conversations.

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