Central Education Minister Resigns Amid Protests Over NEET Paper Leak
Central Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following widespread protests regarding the NEET question paper leak. Abhijit Dipke, leader of the Cockroach Public Party, highlighted the significance of this resignation as a testament to standing up against the government. He called for compensation for families of students who took their own lives and demanded accountability for police actions during protests. Pradhan's resignation reflects the ongoing turmoil in the education sector and raises critical questions about the future of students amidst legal challenges. This article delves into the implications of his resignation and the demands of the protesting students.
Jul 25, 2026, 15:37 IST
Resignation of Education Minister
Abhijit Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Public Party, announced that Central Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned. He stated that this resignation serves as evidence that if people do not fear or bow down to this government, they can demand resignations from anyone. Dipke emphasized that there is no need to be afraid, as this is democracy. While Pradhan has stepped down, he mentioned that they have two more demands that must be addressed. He insisted that families of students who committed suicide should receive compensation of one crore rupees.
Further Demands from Protesters
Dipke reiterated that all affected families deserve one crore rupees in compensation. Additionally, he called for action against police officers who behaved like goons on the 20th. He warned, 'Do not mess with the Cockroach Party.' Following Pradhan's resignation, Dipke addressed his supporters with enthusiasm, stating that the world bends, and a force is needed to make it bend.
Context of the Resignation
Pradhan submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid ongoing protests by students across the country, including at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, regarding the NEET question paper leak. He announced his resignation on the social media platform 'X', expressing his sorrow over the events of the past ten days. Pradhan clarified that this situation is not about personal prestige for him. He has taken responsibility from day one and has never shied away from it.
Concerns for Students' Future
In his statement, Pradhan expressed concern that anti-national forces should not exploit the current situation at Jantar Mantar and across the country. He emphasized the importance of maintaining national unity and ensuring that no student’s future gets entangled in legal complexities, urging students to focus on their studies and careers. With these considerations in mind, he decided to resign.
Background of the Protests
Pradhan's resignation comes in the wake of ongoing protests by the Cockroach Public Party (CoJP) in Delhi, which has been demanding reforms in the examination system, accountability in the NEET paper leak case, and the resignation of the Central Education Minister. Pradhan's resignation was one of their primary demands.