Vice President's 'Youngsters Will Follow The Cockroach' Warning To Media Vice President C P Radhakrishnan warned on Sunday that young people risk being influenced by negative narratives if media fails to highlight positive developments, using the metaphor of the "cockroach" to reference the satirical Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Speaking at the 140th anniversary celebrations of the Malayalam daily Deepika, Radhakrishnan emphasized the need for constructive journalism to guide society and foster public confidence. He argued that without balanced reporting, youth could be swayed by fleeting controversies rather than meaningful progress. Radhakrishnan stressed that media must prioritize coverage of achievements and role models to shape the mindset of the younger generation. "Positive activities should be reported well. Only then will youngsters receive the right information. Otherwise, they will lose interest and end up following the 'cockroach,'" he said. The vice president linked this call to India's broader development goals, noting that the nation's progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership requires collective societal effort. The reference to the "cockroach" drew attention to the CJP, a satirical social media account that gained traction after a controversy involving Chief Justice of India Surya Kant. The CJI had made remarks about "cockroaches" and "parasites" during a court hearing, which were later clarified as criticism of individuals entering the legal profession through fraudulent means. The CJP evolved from a meme-based satire into a platform addressing issues like unemployment, exam leaks, and education, sparking debates on digital dissent and youth frustration.#deepika #vice_president_cp_radhakrishnan #vd_satheesan #cockroach_janata_party #rajendra_vishwanath_arlekar
