Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post amid nationwide protests over allegations of irregularities in the NEET examination system and paper leak controversy. His resignation comes after weeks of demonstrations, with protesters demanding accountability and action over concerns surrounding the country’s examination process.

Pradhan announced his decision in a social media post, stating that he submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to reports, he said he chose to step down to prevent confusion and political exploitation of the situation.

The resignation was among the key demands raised by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which has been leading protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar over alleged NEET paper leaks and examination-related issues. Talks between protest representatives and the government had reportedly remained tense, with the minister’s resignation emerging as a major point of disagreement.

The protests gained momentum as students and activists raised concerns about exam transparency, fairness, and accountability within the education system. The controversy has triggered widespread debate over reforms needed to strengthen competitive examination procedures and prevent future irregularities.

The development marks a significant political moment as the government faces pressure to address concerns raised by students and opposition groups. Further decisions regarding the education ministry’s leadership are expected following Pradhan’s resignation.