Cockroach Janta Party

Cockroach Janta Party is a satirical, internet-born “political party” in India that started as a reaction to controversial remarks comparing unemployed youth to cockroaches and parasites. It was launched online by Indian student Abhijeet Dipke and quickly spread across social media as a meme movement rather than a conventional party .

What it is

The group describes itself as the “Voice of the Lazy & Unemployed,” and its website presents the whole idea as satire. It has gained rapid traction online, with reports of large followings on X and Instagram and tens of thousands of sign-ups through a Google form.

Why it spread

The movement tapped into anger and humor around youth unemployment, online activism, and criticism of institutions, which made it resonate far beyond a simple joke. Media coverage describes it as a viral political parody that turned a public insult into a meme-driven protest.

As on date more than 12 millions have joined on internet through varian means.