MPs Use Gen-Z Slang: "Delulu" and "FOMO" in Parliament Reflect Youth Influence
In the Monsoon Session of Parliament, BJP MPs like Bansuri Swaraj and Shrikant Shinde used Gen-Z slang such as "delulu" and "FOMO," reflecting a shift influenced by nationwide protests led by the youth movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in May 2026. The protests, triggered by NEET paper leaks, forced Prime Minister Narendra Modi to engage more with young voters on social media, leading to changes in parliamentary language and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. This shift underscores the growing political influence of younger generations.
29 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — Indian Express
Following nationwide protests by the Cockroach Janta Party, BJP MPs adopted Gen-Z slang like "delulu" and "FOMO" in Parliament.
— BBC
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) successfully used Gen Z slang to influence the Lok Sabha's debate on an anti-exam leak bill.
— NDTV
Indian political parties are struggling to connect with Gen Z voters due to their unique communication styles and demands, as demonstrated by the Cockroach Janata Party's social media protests.
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