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UPDATED May 21, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
May 20, 2026 at 4:04 AM ET
Cockroach Janta Party parody spreads as youth protest
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A parody political party using cockroach memes has spread across India’s social media as a protest outlet.
WHO: Cockroach Janta Party (parody political party)
WHAT: Millions of young Indians flock to the Cockroach Janta Party parody, sharing memes and short videos mocking corruption and joblessness.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 10:18 AM ET
WHERE: India
WHY: It turned absurdist humour into protest against corruption, joblessness, and political dysfunction.
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