The Central Government blocked the website and social media accounts of the newly formed Cockroach Janta Party using powers under Section 69A of the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000.
Section 69A of the Information Technology (IT) Act allows the government to block online content in the interest of national security, public order, sovereignty, or defence of India.
The action included blocking the party’s digital platforms and online communication channels.
Orders under Section 69A are implemented through the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
The blocking process follows procedures and safeguards provided under the Information Technology Rules, 2009.