Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Delhi Metro Resumes Full Operations After Protests
The Delhi Metro has fully reopened all its stations after a series of protests over the NEET paper leak.
The protests, led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the withdrawal of FIRs against protesters.
The government accepted these demands, leading to the resignation of Pradhan and the withdrawal of FIRs.
This resolution allowed the Metro to resume normal operations, providing relief to daily commuters.
The protests had initially led to the closure of 18 Metro stations, but all stations are now open for both entry and exit.
All Delhi Metro stations have resumed normal operations after temporary closures due to protests.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called off protests after the government accepted key demands.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak.
The government agreed to withdraw FIRs against protesters and provide compensation to affected families.
The protests lasted 49 days and involved thousands of students demanding accountability and reforms in public examinations.
- Who
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- What
- Resumption of full Delhi Metro operations after protests over NEET paper leak
- When
- July 26, 2026
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- Protests over NEET paper leak and irregularities led to temporary Metro closures; resolution of demands led to reopening.
Protesters
Government
Resignation of Education Minister
Protesters
Protesters demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, citing accountability for the NEET paper leak.
Government
The government accepted the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan to prevent further escalation and to protect students' interests.
Withdrawal of FIRs
Protesters
Protesters sought the withdrawal of FIRs against those involved in the protests.
Government
The government agreed to withdraw all FIRs registered against protesters to ensure peace and order.
- Date of Full Metro Resumption
- July 26, 2026
- Number of Stations Initially Closed
- 18
- Protest Duration
- 49 days
- New Education Minister
- Pralhad Joshi
- NEET Re-examination Date
- June 21, 2026
Sources
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