Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation on July 25, 2026, taking full responsibility for the ongoing crisis stemming from the NEET UG paper leak. In his resignation letter, Pradhan stated, "From the very first day, I accepted responsibility and never turned away from this challenging situation." The announcement was made public through a tweet from his official account, which included a picture of the letter.
Background of the Crisis
The resignation comes after weeks of widespread student protests across India demanding accountability for the alleged leak of the NEET UG examination. The controversy has put significant pressure on the government, with opposition parties and student groups calling for the minister's removal. Among the vocal protest groups is the 'Cockroach Janta Party', which has been actively demonstrating against the government's handling of the situation.
Resignation Letter and Tweet
Pradhan's letter, addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, acknowledged the severity of the issue. The tweet from @dpradhanbjp included the text: "From the very first day, I accepted responsibility and never turned away from this challenging situation." The post was made on July 25, 2026, and the news was first reported by DH Online at 09:07 IST.
Political Impact
Pradhan, a senior BJP leader, had been overseeing the education portfolio during a period of intense scrutiny. His resignation is expected to have significant political repercussions, as it comes amid demands for a thorough investigation into the paper leak. The Ministry of Education is now likely to see a change in leadership as the government seeks to restore confidence in the examination system.
