Makhi Janta Party: A Satirical Digital Movement Born from a Supreme Court Remark

Its Instagram account @makkhijantaparty posted that the outfit had attracted more than 40 lakh views and over 3.3 lakh followers within 72 hours of launch, according to a News18 update on October 13, 2026. The page identifies a student named Aaryan as the founder and founding president, and notes that it is seeking spokespersons to expand its presence.

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The Makkhi Janta Party (MJP)’s creation follows a series of satirical protests that began with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). CJP originated as a response to earlier comments by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, who had referred to a segment of youth as “cockroaches.” The movement later organized a large demonstration scheduled for October 10, 2026, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral-roll revisions.

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The phrase was quickly adopted by the emerging Makhi Janta Party, which turned the fly imagery into its own political identity.

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• Founder: Aaryan, a student, described as the outfit’s founding president.

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• Social-media footprint: Over 40 lakh views and more than 3.3 lakh Instagram followers within three days of the account’s activation (News18, Oct 13, 2026).

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• Platform history: The Instagram page was originally created in June 2021 and has changed its username eight times before adopting the current handle.

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• Solidarity statements: MJP’s posts express support for CJP and for All India Students’ Association (AISA) member Neha Bora, who has been protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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In an Instagram statement, the party said it supports Bora’s “courage and determination” and frames raising questions and demanding accountability as essential democratic functions. The same statement noted that the recent CJP protest occurred without the required permission, urging citizens to exercise their right to protest responsibly and in accordance with the law.

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A separate statement signed by Aaryan questioned the detention of CJP leaders Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das after they entered Jantar Mantar and hoisted the Indian flag. The statement argued that restricting demonstrations to locations far from public attention diminishes their impact, and it called for dialogue rather than distance in a democracy.

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MJP also announced that it is attempting to contact CJP to explore a possible coordinated stance, subject to mutual agreement.

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The party’s website and social-media messaging contrast its agenda with what it describes as CJP’s “grievance-driven protest politics.” MJP’s manifesto promotes capitalism, entrepreneurship, job creation, and practical skill development, asserting that India needs individuals to build businesses, create employment, and support local enterprises.

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• Scheduled protest: A CJP-organized demonstration is slated for October 10, 2026, which prompted the Supreme Court’s “hammer-to-kill-a-fly” comment.

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• Potential coordination: MJP has indicated an intention to reach out to CJP for a joint stance, though no formal agreement has been announced.

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• Continued digital expansion: The party is actively recruiting spokespersons and seeks to broaden its online following beyond the initial surge.

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