25/07/2026
BREAKING NEWS
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Amid Nationwide Student Protests
New Delhi, India — Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post following weeks of nationwide student protests demanding accountability over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, including the NEET-UG controversy. He submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.
In a public statement, Pradhan said his decision was taken in the interest of students and to ensure that their education and future are not affected by the ongoing unrest. He also emphasized that the country's youth should remain focused on their studies and careers.
The resignation comes after sustained demonstrations by students and youth groups across several cities, with protesters demanding greater transparency, accountability, and reforms in India's examination system. The development is being viewed as a significant political moment, as the government now faces renewed calls for broader education reforms.