Delhi High Court to Review Cockroach Janta Party's Challenge Against Account Block
Delhi HC to hear plea by Cockroach Janta Party against X account block
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The Delhi High Court will hear a plea from Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke on May 29, contesting the blocking of the party's X account by the Central Government, which he claims is part of a broader crackdown on the party's social media presence.
- 01Abhijeet Dipke claims the blocking of the Cockroach Janta Party's X account is due to national security concerns raised by the government.
- 02Dipke alleges that the party's Instagram account and website were hacked or taken down as part of a wider crackdown.
- 03The Cockroach Janta Party has reportedly gained nearly 10 lakh members, particularly among younger demographics.
- 04Around six lakh members signed a petition demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy.
- 05Dipke accuses authorities of acting in a dictatorial manner by selectively targeting accounts associated with the party.
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The Delhi High Court is set to hear a plea from Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), on May 29, challenging the blocking of the party's X account by the Central Government. Dipke alleges that the government has cited national security concerns as a reason for the action. He claims this is part of a broader crackdown on the party, which includes the hacking of its Instagram account and the removal of its website. The CJP, known for its satirical commentary on governance, has recently gained popularity, especially among millennials and Gen Z users, with nearly 10 lakh members. Dipke also noted that around six lakh members signed a petition demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan related to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. He has accused the authorities of acting in a dictatorial manner and is seeking judicial intervention to address what he describes as selective targeting of accounts linked to the party.
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The outcome of this case could influence the social media presence of political movements in India.
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