Abhijeet Dipke Approaches Delhi High Court Over X Account Ban

The founder of the controversial “Cockroach Janata Party” (CJP), Abhijeet Dipke, has approached the Delhi High Court after several social media accounts linked to the satirical political movement were reportedly blocked or suspended. Dipke has filed a writ petition challenging the central government’s decision, alleging that the action was taken unfairly in the name of national security. The petition, submitted through advocate Nakul Gandhi of NG Law Chambers, questions both the legal basis and the process followed while restricting the party’s online presence. The matter is expected to come up for hearing on May 27. According to the petition, the central government deliberately targeted the digital movement because of its growing popularity among young users, especially millennials and Gen Z audiences. The “Cockroach Janata Party,” which presents itself as a satire-based political platform, reportedly gained rapid traction on social media through memes, political commentary, and online campaigns. Dipke claimed that nearly one million people had joined the movement digitally. The petition also highlighted a major online campaign demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak controversy. According to CJP supporters, around six lakh users signed the online petition connected to the campaign. Dipke further alleged that multiple online platforms associated with the movement were attacked or restricted. He claimed that the party’s official Instagram account was hacked, his personal Instagram account was compromised, the party’s X account was suspended, and even a backup account was deleted. In addition, he alleged that the party’s official website had also been taken down. The controversy gained momentum after remarks made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant during a court hearing. While criticizing individuals allegedly entering the legal profession with fake degrees, the Chief Justice used terms such as “parasite” and “cockroach.” Although he later clarified that the comments were not directed at the public and had been misunderstood, the phrase quickly sparked a social media trend. Soon after, the “Cockroach Janata Party” emerged online and rapidly went viral. Dipke argued that the movement’s growing popularity may have alarmed authorities. He stated that the party’s X handle was gaining thousands of followers every day and receiving support from politicians, artists, activists, and young citizens across the country. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court recently declined an urgent hearing on a separate petition seeking an investigation into fake lawyers and activities linked to the Cockroach Janata Party. During the hearing, Chief Justice Surya Kant reportedly advised the petitioner not to become “too emotional” about the issue. The court also observed that there was no immediate urgency requiring intervention at this stage. The ongoing legal battle has now drawn national attention, raising broader debates around free speech, online satire, and the regulation of digital political movements in India.