Abhijit Dipke, who started the social media campaign, said his personal Instagram account had also been hacked.

The movement’s rise traces back to comments made by a Supreme Court justice, who compared some young people and critics of institutions to “cockroaches” and “parasites.”

The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.

A satirical project called the Cockroach Janta Party has become a viral sensation in India. Millions of young Indians are embracing it as a humorous protest against corruption and joblessness.

CJP's latest Insta post showed young people dressed as “cockroaches” in Jaipur, protesting against corruption, while it was centre of action across states.

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Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), announced plans to advance their movement despite recent setbacks, including the hacking of their social media accounts and website., India News,

A brewing affordability crisis, rising youth unemployment and a flippant remark calling young people “cockroaches” by the country’s Chief Justice have triggered a spontaneous political movement among India’s Gen Z that has satirically embraced the insult and garnered more than 15 million followers on social media.

Telugu Desam Party acknowledges the protest movement while urging the government to address genuine issues raised by young people.

The concern, in particular, stemmed from the fact that the account's content was gaining traction among young people, the official said.