Archive · 26 Jul 2026
UP Leaders Praise Pradhan's Education Contributions
Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Education Minister, resigned on July 25, 2024, due to the NEET paper leak scandal.
Leaders from Uttar Pradesh, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, praised Pradhan for his contributions to education, particularly his role in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
They highlighted his focus on innovation, skill development, and aligning education with Indian traditions.
However, the opposition party, Cockroach Janta Party, protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding accountability for the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and other examination irregularities.
Pradhan's resignation was seen by supporters as a demonstration of high ethical values, while protesters called for wider reforms in public examinations.
Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister on July 25, 2024, over the NEET paper leak row.
Uttar Pradesh leaders praised Pradhan for his contributions to education and implementation of NEP 2020.
Pradhan's resignation was seen by supporters as a reflection of high ethical values and commitment to democratic traditions.
Opposition party protested at Jantar Mantar, demanding accountability for the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and examination irregularities.
Pradhan's leadership was credited with aligning education with innovation, skill development, and Indian knowledge traditions.
- Who
- Dharmendra Pradhan, Yogi Adityanath, Keshav Prasad Maurya, Pankaj Chaudhary, Cockroach Janta Party
- What
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Union Education Minister
- When
- July 25, 2024
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- NEET paper leak row and examination irregularities
Government Supporters
Opposition Protesters
Pradhan's Resignation
Government Supporters
Pradhan's resignation reflects high ethical values and commitment to democratic traditions.
Opposition Protesters
Pradhan should be held accountable for the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and examination irregularities.
- Resignation Date
- July 25, 2024
- Resignation Reason
- NEET paper leak row
- Key Initiatives
- National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar
- Protesting Party
- Cockroach Janta Party