Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Pradhan Resigns Amid Student Protests Over NEET Irregularities
Shabana Azmi praised students who protested against problems in competitive exams.
The Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, resigned because of these protests.
The students want big changes in the education system.
Shabana Azmi supported them and said the fight should continue.
The protests started in New Delhi and got bigger after police used force to stop them.
Pradhan said he was upset and quit his job.
Many celebrities also supported the students and celebrated Pradhan's resignation.
Shabana Azmi praised students protesting against examination irregularities.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid mounting pressure.
Protests began on June 20 and intensified after police used force.
Shabana Azmi supported the movement and called for a complete overhaul of the education system.
Pradhan expressed distress in his resignation letter and submitted it to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Who
- Shabana Azmi, Dharmendra Pradhan, students protesting against examination irregularities
- What
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and continued student protests
- When
- Protests began on June 20; Pradhan resigned earlier in the day
- Where
- Protests took place at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi
- Why
- Alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and demand for accountability
Student Protesters
Government Officials
Accountability in Examinations
Student Protesters
Students demand a complete overhaul of the education system and accountability for irregularities in competitive examinations.
Government Officials
Government officials, including Dharmendra Pradhan, have faced pressure to address the issues but have not yet provided a comprehensive plan for reform.
- Resignation Announcement
- Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid mounting pressure over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations.
- Protest Duration
- Protests began on June 20 and intensified after police used force to disperse students.
- Shabana Azmi's Involvement
- Shabana Azmi has been vocal in supporting the student movement and joined protests in New Delhi.
- Police Action
- Police used batons, tear gas, and water cannons to disperse students marching towards Parliament.
- Pradhan's Resignation Letter
- Pradhan expressed distress over recent developments and submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Sources
‘Resistance must continue’: Shabana Azmi calls Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation ‘first step’
Victory of students: Celebs after Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as union education minister
'The Future Is Bright...': Dinesh Karthik, Jwala Gutta & Other Sporting Personalities Join In Reacting After Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
'Vox Populi': Kamal Haasan, Chinmayi, Pa Ranjith react to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
‘Proud of our youth’- Shabana Azmi reacts to Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation - Telegraph India
Celebs Hail Pradhan’s Resignation
Dharmendra Pradhan resigns as Education Minister: Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra and other stars react
