Abhijeet Dipke’s new indefinite fast, stepping in for Sonam Wangchuk, is a classic example of media manipulation at its finest. The cockroach-obsessed Janta Party founder’s antics are getting way more airtime than they deserve, but here’s the kicker: corporate media will spin this like it’s a civil rights moment. Networks like CNN and MSNBC are all too eager to ride the wave of social justice rhetoric, framing Dipke as some kind of martyr for the people. Meanwhile, Fox News might barely touch this story, referring to it as yet another “fringe movement” while simultaneously using it as fodder to ridicule the absurdities of modern protest.

This kind of selective reporting lets them avoid the real discussions happening around them. Instead of delving into the actual issues that prompted Dipke’s actions, the focus shifts to sensationalism—what will go viral instead of what’s true. Let’s get real: both sides are playing the game. Dipke could be a genuine figure trying to make a stand, or he could just be seeking a spotlight. The media loves ambiguity; it keeps eyeballs glued to screens and keeps their revenues flowing.

In a world of clickbait and gaslighting, it’s crucial for the public to adopt a healthy dose of skepticism and see through the rabbit holes that TV talking heads want to lead us down. The uncomfortable truth is that it’s easier for networks to peddle narratives than to actually confront complex societal issues. Wake up, folks—this isn’t about fighting for the people; it’s about media consumption.