Archive · 25 Jul 2026
CJP Insists on Pradhan's Resignation Amid NEET Protests
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over issues with the NEET exam.
They met with government officials to discuss this and other demands, like compensation for families affected by the exam problems and stopping legal action against protesters.
The government said they would think about these demands but did not agree to the minister's resignation.
The CJP says they will keep protesting until Pradhan steps down.
The Prime Minister also announced plans for faster courts to deal with exam-related crimes.
CJP insists on the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET exam irregularities.
Government seeks more time to respond to the resignation demand.
CJP demands ₹1 crore compensation for families of students who died by suicide and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters.
Government shows a positive approach towards compensation and withdrawal of FIRs.
Prime Minister announces draft Bill for fast-track courts and stringent punishment for offenders.
- Who
- CJP, Government officials including Dharmendra Pradhan, JP Nadda, Jitendra Singh, Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
- What
- Talks between CJP and the government over NEET exam irregularities and protests
- When
- Friday afternoon, with further talks scheduled for Saturday afternoon
- Where
- Vithalbhai Patel House, New Delhi
- Why
- To address the demands of the CJP regarding the NEET exam irregularities and protests
CJP's Stance
Government's Stance
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
CJP's Stance
CJP insists on the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET exam irregularities and mismanagement.
Government's Stance
The government has not agreed to the resignation demand and is seeking more time to respond.
Compensation and Legal Action
CJP's Stance
CJP demands ₹1 crore compensation for families of students who died by suicide and no legal action against protesters.
Government's Stance
The government has shown a positive approach towards these demands and is considering them.
- Key Figures Involved
- Dharmendra Pradhan, JP Nadda, Jitendra Singh, Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka
- Location of Meeting
- Vithalbhai Patel House, New Delhi
- Duration of Meeting
- 2 hours
- Government's Response Time
- Till Saturday afternoon
- CJP's Main Demands
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, ₹1 crore compensation for affected families, withdrawal of FIRs against protesters, public apology to students
- Government's Positive Response
- Withdrawal of FIRs, compensation for affected families
- Prime Minister's Announcement
- Draft Bill for fast-track courts and stringent punishment for offenders
Sources
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