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J&K CM labels ‘We are Gen Z’ backlash as ‘new jaanta hai mera’ after woman’s 5‑hour wait complaint
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 11:36 AM
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A woman complained about a five‑hour delay, citing a ‘We are Gen Z’ comment, prompting Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister to dismiss the uproar as the ‘new jaanta hai mera’.
A resident of Jammu and Kashmir took to social media to highlight that she was made to wait for five hours before receiving a service, adding that the delay was justified by the provider’s “We are Gen Z” remark. The post quickly gained traction, with many users echoing her frustration over perceived generational excuses.
The issue caught the attention of the state’s chief minister, who responded in a televised interview, describing the public’s reaction as “the new jaanta hai mera”. He suggested that such complaints were part of a broader trend of sensationalising everyday inconveniences.
The phrase “jaanta hai mera” was originally popularised by a senior politician in a different context; the chief minister’s use of it indicates an attempt to downplay the incident as a fleeting social media flare‑up.
No official statement has been issued by the service provider, and the administration has not announced any investigation or remedial measures. Observers note that the episode reflects growing tensions between consumer expectations and corporate communication styles.
The episode continues to circulate on platforms such as Twitter and Instagram, where users debate whether the chief minister’s comment deflects legitimate grievances or merely mirrors a viral meme culture.
The issue caught the attention of the state’s chief minister, who responded in a televised interview, describing the public’s reaction as “the new jaanta hai mera”. He suggested that such complaints were part of a broader trend of sensationalising everyday inconveniences.
The phrase “jaanta hai mera” was originally popularised by a senior politician in a different context; the chief minister’s use of it indicates an attempt to downplay the incident as a fleeting social media flare‑up.
No official statement has been issued by the service provider, and the administration has not announced any investigation or remedial measures. Observers note that the episode reflects growing tensions between consumer expectations and corporate communication styles.
The episode continues to circulate on platforms such as Twitter and Instagram, where users debate whether the chief minister’s comment deflects legitimate grievances or merely mirrors a viral meme culture.