A satirical online campaign dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP) has gone viral across social media platforms, reportedly attracting around 3.7 million followers within 24 hours after controversial remarks attributed to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant triggered widespread online backlash and debate.

The controversy began after remarks made by Justice Kant during an open court hearing on Friday, where he referred to “parasites” allegedly harming the system and made a comparison involving unemployed youth, using the term “cockroaches” in a broader context. The comments were quickly circulated online, sparking strong reactions and criticism from several users who felt the language was insensitive toward jobless youth and struggling job seekers.

Following the backlash, Justice Kant issued a clarification stating that his remarks were not directed at India’s youth in general. He explained that his comments were aimed specifically at individuals involved in fraudulent academic practices and fake degree cases. He further described India’s young population as “pillars of a developed India,” attempting to separate his criticism from the broader student and employment community.

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Despite the clarification, the issue continued to trend widely on social media, where users launched the satirical “Cockroach Janta Party” campaign as a form of protest. The movement uses humour and irony to highlight concerns around unemployment, economic stress, and perceived disconnect between institutions and citizens. Its rapid spread reflects growing digital activism and the increasing role of satire in political expression online.

Reports indicate that the campaign was initiated by Abhijeet Dipke, a 30-year-old public relations graduate from Boston University. Dipke allegedly posted on social media asking, “What if all cockroaches come together?” and later created a Google form inviting users to join what he described as a platform for the “lazy and unemployed,” which quickly gained traction and large-scale participation.

The phrase “Cockroach Janta Party” has also been widely interpreted as a satirical reference to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), adding a political dimension to the online trend. Several public figures, including Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra and former cricketer-turned-politician Kirti Azad, were also reported to have engaged with or referenced the campaign online, further amplifying its visibility and turning it into a broader talking point in political and social media circles.

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