Archive · 27 Jul 2026
AISA President Leads Hunger Strike for Education Minister's Resignation
Neha, the president of the All India Students' Association (AISA), led a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
She and other student activists were protesting against paper leaks and the mismanagement of competitive exams.
They demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Inspired by Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was also on a hunger strike, Neha and her comrades continued their protest for 23 days.
Despite initial doubts and health struggles, they persisted until the minister finally resigned.
This protest highlighted the frustration and anger of students over years of exam failures and government inaction.
Neha, the AISA president, led a 23-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
The protest demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over paper leaks and exam mismanagement.
Inspired by Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk, Neha and her comrades continued the hunger strike despite health struggles.
The protest gained attention and eventually led to the resignation of the Education Minister.
Neha and her comrades were persuaded to break their fast by Opposition MPs and civil society leaders.
- Who
- Neha (AISA President), Sonam Wangchuk (Ladakhi activist), and other student activists
- What
- A hunger strike protest demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- When
- From July 1 to July 20
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To protest against paper leaks and mismanagement of competitive exams, and to demand accountability from the Education Minister
Protesters
Government
Method of Protest
Protesters
Hunger strike is a necessary and effective form of protest to demand accountability and resignation of the Education Minister.
Government
Hunger strikes are extreme measures that should be avoided, and other forms of dialogue should be prioritized.
Government Responsiveness
Protesters
The government is ignoring the severe issues of paper leaks and exam mismanagement, showing a lack of accountability.
Government
The government is addressing the issues through appropriate channels and processes, and the protesters' demands are not justified.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Duration of Hunger Strike
- 23 days
- Key Protesters
- Neha (AISA President), Sonam Wangchuk (Ladakhi activist)
- Demand
- Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Outcome
- Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan