- Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister amid protests demanding accountability over NEET paper leaks.
- Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) culminated in Pradhan's resignation, with demonstrators demanding strict action against exam irregularities.
- BJP chief Nitin Nabin expressed the party's support for Pradhan's decision to resign, highlighting his contributions to educational reform.
- Priyanka Gandhi stated that the youth did not bend, and the government had to, marking it as a victory for the students of India.
- Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister following Pradhan's resignation.
- Pradhan's resignation was prompted by ongoing protests over exam paper leaks, which had lasted for 35 days.
- The CJP ended their protests after the government assured them that their demands would be met.
Priyanka Gandhi celebrated the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as a significant victory for the youth of India, who protested against exam paper leaks and irregularities. The protests, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), demanded accountability and resulted in Pradhan stepping down after 35 days of demonstrations at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.4
In his resignation letter, Pradhan stated, 'For over four decades, I have dedicated myself to the cause of students, teachers, and educational reform.' He emphasized that his decision was not about personal prestige but aimed at preventing anti-national forces from exploiting the situation.
The protests were marked by police force, including the use of pellet guns and tear gas, yet the youth remained resolute. Gandhi remarked, 'The youth and the students did not bend; the government had to bend.' This sentiment echoed throughout the protests, highlighting the determination of young people to assert their rights in a democratic society.
Following Pradhan's resignation, Pralhad Joshi was appointed as the new Union Education Minister. Joshi, who previously served as the Union Minister of Food and Consumer Affairs, stated, 'The Modi government has always stood with students and the youth.' He assured that the government is committed to addressing any irregularities affecting students' futures.56
The CJP announced the end of their protests after receiving assurances from the government to meet their demands, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing discourse surrounding educational reform in India.
“Pradhan resigned on the 35th day of protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, stating he wanted to prevent anti-national forces from exploiting the situation. The CJP called off its protest after the Centre assured to meet their demands, marking a victory for the student movement.”
