Published 5/22/2026, 8:23:17 AM · Updated 5/22/2026, 12:28:08 PMBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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A political movement built around cockroaches, memes, and satire has suddenly become one of the most talked-about online campaigns in India.
The Cockroach Janta Party, founded by Boston-based Abhijeet Dipke, has gained massive online traction with its videos mocking the establishment and slogans targeting political hypocrisy.
Its Instagram follower count has raced past that of the BJP, Congress, and every other political party in India.
But questions are also mounting over its association with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
Read Full Story Dipke was earlier associated with the AAP but has denied any links with the Arvind Kejriwal-led party at present.