Goes Viral

• Satirical "Cockroach" parties, such as the Cockroach Awami Party and Cockroach Awami League, have emerged on Pakistani social media. • These groups are inspired by India's "Cockroach Janta Party" and position themselves as representatives for Gen-Z and "lazy and unemployed" youth. • The trend matters as it uses humor to challenge established political narratives and express frustration with the current socio-economic climate.

• The viral Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), originally an Indian social media phenomenon, has expanded internationally with the launch of new branches in Pakistan. • These new iterations include the Cockroach Awami Party and the Muttahida Cockroach Movement, mirroring the satirical nature of the original party. • This expansion highlights the cross-border appeal of internet meme culture and political satire in South Asia, using humor to comment on governance.

• A new social media group dubbed the 'Cockroach' group has gone viral in India, surpassing the Instagram follower count of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) within just five days of its creation. • The group focuses on mobilizing Gen Z by discussing critical socio-economic issues, including inflation, unemployment, and national politics, utilizing a humorous tone to engage young audiences. • This surge in popularity highlights a growing trend of youth-led digital activism and a shift in how India's younger generation expresses political discontent.

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