Abhijeet Deepke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, has announced that he will return to India on June 6 to launch a campaign demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the controversies surrounding NEET, CBSE, and other national examinations. In a video message posted on Instagram, Deepke called upon students and supporters to join a peaceful protest in New Delhi, alleging that irregularities and paper leak scandals have adversely affected the future of millions of students across the country.
Deepke stated that widespread concerns over examination management and transparency have led to growing public outrage, prompting his movement to initiate an online signature campaign that has reportedly received support from lakhs of citizens. He announced that he would arrive at Delhi Airport on the morning of June 6 and urged supporters to gather there. According to Deepke, the group plans to proceed to Parliament Street Police Station and seek official permission to hold a peaceful demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
Addressing concerns about possible police action, Deepke said his family and friends fear that he could be detained immediately upon his arrival in Delhi. However, he expressed confidence in India’s democratic institutions and constitutional framework, asserting that citizens have the right to question authorities when they believe wrongdoing has occurred. He further stated that despite having opportunities to pursue a successful career abroad, he chose to return to India to advocate for students and unemployed youth.
The Cockroach Janata Party emerged as a satirical social media movement focused on issues affecting students and job seekers. The platform was created following remarks made during legal proceedings that were interpreted by supporters as derogatory toward unemployed youth. Since its launch, the movement has gained significant traction online, attracting more than 22 million followers on Instagram. Its growing popularity has also drawn the attention of several public figures and celebrities, making it one of the most widely followed youth-centric digital campaigns in the country.