Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
Cloud TV Desk: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday following mounting nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. He submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after days of intense political pressure and student-led demonstrations demanding accountability in India’s examination system.
The NEET paper leak controversy triggered widespread demonstrations across several Indian states. Student organisations demanded transparency, punishment for those responsible, and reforms to the country’s competitive examination system.
As protests gathered momentum, calls for the Education Minister’s resignation grew louder from students, opposition parties and civil society groups.
Following the resignation, the Union government reiterated its commitment to restoring confidence in the examination process. Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured strict action against those involved in the alleged leak.
Meanwhile, authorities have intensified investigations. The National Testing Agency has removed several officials, while a Special Task Force has been constituted to probe the matter thoroughly.
Pradhan’s resignation marks a significant political development in the ongoing education crisis. The Centre is yet to announce his successor.
The focus will now shift to the ongoing investigations, institutional reforms, and measures aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness in future national entrance examinations. Student groups continue to demand structural reforms beyond individual accountability.
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