Environmentalist and educationist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday (May 23, 2026) expressed support for the online "cockroach" movement led by the self-styled "Cockroach Janata Party" (CJP), describing himself as an "honorary cockroach" and urging the government to engage with youth concerns rather than suppress their digital expression. The movement, which uses satire and the cockroach as a symbol of resilience and dissent, has gained attention amid claims of a crackdown on its social media presence, including account suspensions and hacking allegations. The campaign frames itself around issues like unemployment, exam paper leaks, and demands for public accountability. Wangchuk, in an interview with PTI, emphasized that the movement should be viewed as democratic feedback rather than a threat. "I am very impressed," Wangchuk told PTI. "Such creative expressions by our youth are nothing to worry about. The government should take the message — don't kill the messenger. If we kill the messenger, the message will not end." When asked if he would formally join the movement, he humorously declined, stating he does not qualify for membership but identifies with its message. "I have been asked from several quarters to speak on it. Some are saying I should also become a member," he said. "I think I do not qualify — I am neither unemployed nor am I lazy. So sadly, I am not a member. But I consider myself an honorary cockroach," he added. Wangchuk drew a parallel between the movement and political satire in newspapers, arguing that dissent expressed through humor and symbolism is a legitimate democratic tool. He praised the movement's non-violent and imaginative character, noting that Indian youth have opted for digital creativity over confrontation.#unemployment #pti #sonam_wangchuk #cockroach_janata_party #public_accountability
"My dad needed me more than the World Cup": Jitesh Sharma on missing T20 World Cup squad Cricketer Jitesh Sharma found solace in caring for his ailing father, Mohan Sharma, after missing out on the T20 World Cup squad. His father’s passing on February 1 shifted his focus entirely, making him realize his responsibility as the eldest son. Jitesh expressed gratitude for the time spent with his father, finding joy in watching the World Cup at home. Indian cricketer Jitesh Sharma recently spoke about missing out on India’s title-winning squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. However, that disappointment soon faded as he faced a much more personal loss. On February 1, his father and strongest support system, Mohan Sharma, passed away after a brief illness. “When I got the news of my non-selection, I was a little bit disheartened. I am also a human. I can feel sad and bad. But later on, as time went by, the sad time becomes short,” Jitesh told PTI during an exclusive interview. Soon after the news of his exclusion, Jitesh had to deal with his father’s deteriorating health. “But later on, my dad got ill. And he passed away on 1st of Feb. So, I was with him for seven days. Afterward, I got to know that my dad needed me more than the World Cup. After that, I didn’t have any sad feeling, any regret or anything for anyone or for myself also. I am not angry or anything,” he said. He added, “I was grateful that God gave me the opportunity to stay with my dad for seven days. So, I was able to take care of him. And I enjoyed watching the World Cup on TV at home. It’s a very different feeling. It gives you lots of pressure rather than playing. And I was very happy for the boys.” Following his father’s death, Jitesh now carries the responsibilities of being the eldest son in the family.#icc_men_s_t20_world_cup_2026 #world_cup #mohan_sharma #jitesh_sharma #pti
My Dad Needed Me More: RCB Star's Heartbreaking Revelation After Snub From India's T20 World Cup Squad Jitesh Sharma, a star player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League, revealed his emotional journey after being left out of India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad. The decision, which initially felt like a personal setback, took on a new dimension when he learned of his father’s passing just days later. For Sharma, the loss of his father overshadowed any disappointment from missing the tournament, as he found solace in being by his father’s side during his final days. Sharma shared his experience during an exclusive interview with PTI, explaining how the initial sting of non-selection faded quickly in the face of a deeper personal tragedy. His father, Mohan Sharma, passed away on February 1 after a brief illness, leaving Sharma to grapple with grief and a newfound sense of responsibility as the eldest son. “I got to know that my dad needed me more than the World Cup. I didn’t have any sad feeling,” he said, reflecting on how the emotional weight of his father’s death transformed his perspective. The loss of his father, Sharma explained, brought a profound shift in his life. “After he died, I realized I’m now responsible for taking care of my family. I can’t be weak in front of them, and I have to accept this role,” he said. This responsibility, he added, has become a defining part of his identity, shaping how he approaches both cricket and life. Sharma described the process of grieving as gradual, noting that the emptiness left by his father’s absence will linger for the rest of his life. “There is a portion of my heart that is empty now. It will be empty till my death because of my dad,” he said, his voice carrying the weight of unspoken sorrow.#t20_world_cup_2026 #royal_challengers_bengaluru #mohan_sharma #jitesh_sharma #pti
