Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Nationwide Celebrations Erupt Over Pradhan's Resignation
People in Hyderabad and Delhi are very happy because the education minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, quit his job.
They think he did this because of a big problem with a very important exam called NEET.
Students and others were protesting because they thought the exam was not fair.
They even had parties with snacks, fireworks, and dancing to celebrate.
Some students said they were very upset because they didn't get into medical school because of this problem.
They are happy that the minister had to leave.
But they also said this is just the start and more needs to be done to fix the education system.
Students and residents celebrated the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak.
Celebrations included distributing chocolates, popcorn, and snacks near the Dr B.R. Ambedkar statue in Hyderabad.
Protesters in Delhi danced, cheered, and waved the tricolour at Jantar Mantar after the resignation.
Around 20 students from Osmania University actively participated in the protests.
Fireworks were burst in the evening, described by students as part of the celebrations.
- Who
- Students and residents of Hyderabad, Delhi protesters
- What
- Celebrated the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET paper leak
- When
- After the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
- Where
- Hyderabad, India and Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Why
- To celebrate the resignation and the alleged victory for the student community
Protesters
Government
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
Protesters
The resignation is a victory for the student community and a step towards justice.
Government
The resignation is a political move to quell protests and maintain public order.
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Resigned Minister
- Dharmendra Pradhan
- Issue
- Alleged NEET paper leak
- Protest Venue
- Dr B.R. Ambedkar statue near Liberty and Tank Bund
- Student Involvement
- 20 students from Osmania University
- Protest Duration
- 36-37 days
- Protest Leaders
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)