Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Wangchuk Celebrates Pradhan's Resignation as Democracy Triumph
Sonam Wangchuk, a well-known activist, is very happy that Dharmendra Pradhan has stepped down as the Education Minister.
Wangchuk had been on a hunger strike for 26 days to demand Pradhan's resignation because of problems with exam papers being leaked.
Many young people and a group called the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) also protested for over a month.
They wanted Pradhan to take responsibility for the issues.
Pradhan finally resigned, saying he didn't want any trouble for the students.
Wangchuk says this is a big win for democracy and now they should focus on making the education system better.
The protesters are also asking for money for the families of students who died because of the exam problems and for the police to stop being harsh on protesters.
Sonam Wangchuk hailed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as a 'victory of democracy' and a triumph of peace and perseverance.
Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after Pradhan's resignation, which was demanded by protesters over NEET-UG paper leak cases.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) led protests for over a month, demanding Pradhan's resignation and accountability.
Pradhan resigned citing the need to maintain unity and prevent legal complexities for students, acknowledging lapses in the NEET-UG exam.
Protesters also demand compensation for NEET suicide victims and action against police brutality.
- Who
- Sonam Wangchuk, Dharmendra Pradhan, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Gen Z protesters, Indian citizens
- What
- Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as Education Minister following protests over paper leak cases and lack of accountability
- When
- July 25, 2026
- Where
- India, primarily at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar
- Why
- Protests led by Sonam Wangchuk and CJP demanding Pradhan's resignation and accountability over NEET-UG paper leak cases
Protestors and Activists
Government and Education Minister
Resignation Demand
Protestors and Activists
Protestors and activists, including Sonam Wangchuk, demanded the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over paper leak cases and lack of accountability.
Government and Education Minister
Dharmendra Pradhan initially resisted resignation, emphasizing his commitment to educational reforms and students.
Accountability and Reforms
Protestors and Activists
Protestors and activists seek accountability for the NEET-UG paper leak and broader education reforms.
Government and Education Minister
Pradhan acknowledged lapses but maintained he was not evading accountability and highlighted his four-decade commitment to education.
- Resignation Date
- July 25, 2026
- Protest Duration
- Over a month
- Hunger Strike Duration
- 26 days
- Key Protest Leaders
- Sonam Wangchuk, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- Main Demand
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
- Additional Demands
- Compensation for NEET suicide victims, action against police brutality
Sources
Sonam Wangchuk stresses on education and governance reforms
Victory of democracy: Sonam Wangchuk Reacts
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'VICTORY OF DEMOCRACY': Sonam Wangchuk Shows Victory Sign, Tweets From Hospital As Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
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"Thank You All": Sonam Wangchuk's 1st Reaction On Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation
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'It's A Victory Of Democracy': Sonam Wangchuk Hails Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation, Calls For Education Reforms
How Sonam Wangchuk mobilised a stir that took on a life of its own
'Victory of democracy': Sonam Wangchuk reacts to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
'Direct democracy, straight from streets': Sonam Wangchuk hails Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
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Victory of democracy: Wangchuk
'Victory of democracy': Sonam Wangchuk
