New Delhi: The ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ (CJP) movement that took place in India is now being discussed abroad as well. Youth across cities from New Delhi to Patna staged protests under the CJP banner, a movement that ultimately forced the Union Education Minister to resign. Now, the Pakistani government, too, has begun to fear the youth.
Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, has expressed serious apprehension regarding a potential coup in the country. He warned that if the situation in the country does not improve, these ‘cockroaches’ could overturn everything. Alerting his government, he stated that whether one calls them youth, cockroaches, or anything else, if they unite, they possess the power to turn the entire system upside down.
Pakistan Grappling with Inflation and Unemployment
Pakistan is currently struggling with a lack of basic amenities and is beset by a multitude of problems. Inflation, a weakening economy, debt, violence, and unemployment have become major issues. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi recently acknowledged this situation and openly admitted to the country’s economic failures. He reiterated that if these ‘cockroaches’ were to band together, they would have the capacity to upend everything.
He noted that the youth want the system to function properly; they seek justice, meritocracy, employment opportunities, and equal access to government jobs—things the state has failed to provide. He emphasised that regardless of whether they are labelled youth or cockroaches, their unification could lead to a complete transformation of the status quo.
Naqvi warned his government that they must address the youth’s expectations before the ‘cockroaches’ rise in anger. Their demands are simple: jobs based on merit and better employment opportunities. He urged the government to pay attention to these issues.
A ‘Cockroach-like’ Uprising Could Occur in Pakistan
Citing the ‘Cockroach Protest’ in India as a reference point, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi issued a stern warning regarding the growing anger among the youth. He cautioned that a similar ‘cockroach-style’ movement could erupt in Pakistan as well. He stated that they are unable to provide their youth with what they desire.
Earlier, he had also spoken about the complete collapse of Pakistan’s governance system. He remarked that the country’s 70-year-old structure has proven to be a total failure and advocated for major changes. This statement has sparked varied discussions within political circles. Furthermore, Naqvi, who belongs to the Shia community, ty is calling for a practical approach focused on systemic reform.
He strongly advocated for administrative reforms and proposed the creation of new administrative units or provinces. Citing India’s example, he noted that while there were 14 states at the time of independence, there are 29 today; he emphasised that it is now crucial to bring the system closer to the people.
