Chief Justice Surya Kant's 'cockroach' remark allegedly targets Saurav Das
India
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's "cockroach" remark during a May 2026 court hearing has caused quite a stir, especially since it was allegedly aimed at Saurav Das, co-convenor of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
The party's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, national convenor even called Das the "OG cockroach," embracing the label.
Kant's comment criticized young people who turn to activism or media when jobs are hard to find.
Lawyers saw Saurav Das as targeted
At the time, Das was digging into judicial transparency, filing RTIs and putting together a profile on CJI Kant.
Many lawyers and ex-judges believe the remark was directed at him.
The remarks soon went viral.