Archive · 19 Jul 2026
CPI Demands Pradhan's Resignation, Discussions on E20 Petrol, J&K Statehood
The Communist Party of India (CPI) had a meeting with other parties before the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
They asked for important talks on many issues.
These include the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan because of exam paper leaks, the effect of ethanol mixing in petrol on food and farmers, and giving back full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
The CPI also wants discussions on women's reservation in politics, people changing political parties, voters being removed from lists, rising prices, farmers' protests, closing government schools, and India's foreign policy.
They say Parliament should talk about these things openly and not avoid them.
CPI demands resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks and irregularities.
CPI seeks discussions on the impact of ethanol blending policy on food security and farmers.
CPI calls for immediate restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
CPI raises concerns about political defections, voter deletions, price rise, and farmers' protests.
CPI urges transparent discussions in Parliament on these pressing issues.
- Who
- Communist Party of India (CPI)
- What
- Demands for accountability and discussions on various issues in Parliament
- When
- During the all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To address pressing issues of public concern and ensure democratic accountability
CPI's Demands
Government's Stance
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
CPI's Demands
CPI demands Pradhan's resignation over examination paper leaks and irregularities in the education system.
Government's Stance
Government has not publicly responded to the resignation demand.
Ethanol Blending Policy
CPI's Demands
CPI seeks discussions on the impact of ethanol blending on food security and farmers.
Government's Stance
Government has not publicly addressed the concerns raised by CPI.
Restoration of J&K Statehood
CPI's Demands
CPI demands immediate restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Government's Stance
Government has not publicly responded to the demand for J&K statehood restoration.
- Party
- Communist Party of India (CPI)
- Leader
- P Sandosh Kumar
- Meeting Type
- All-party meeting
- Session
- Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Key Issues Raised
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, Ethanol Blending Policy, J&K Statehood, Women's Reservation Act, Political Defections, Voter Deletions, Price Rise, Farmers' Protest, Government Schools Closure, Foreign Policy