Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has escalated his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the alleged NEET paper leak, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Gandhi accused the Modi government of protecting corrupt officials and compromising the future of millions of students.
Rahul Gandhi's Strong Statement
Gandhi stated that he will not stop his protest until Pradhan steps down. He alleged that the paper leak was a planned scam involving high-ranking officials. The Congress leader also questioned the Prime Minister's silence on the issue, calling it a 'betrayal of the youth'.
Details of the NEET Paper Leak
The NEET paper leak came to light earlier this month when several students reported discrepancies in the exam papers. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case and arrested multiple individuals, including coaching center operators. However, opposition parties claim that the investigation is being hampered by political interference.
Gandhi demanded a thorough inquiry under the supervision of the Supreme Court. He also called for the resignation of the Education Minister, holding him accountable for the security lapse. The Congress party has planned nationwide protests to pressure the government.
Government's Response
In response, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan dismissed the allegations as baseless and politically motivated. He stated that the government has taken strict action and assured that the guilty will be punished. Pradhan also accused Gandhi of trying to divert attention from other issues.
The controversy has further heated up the political atmosphere ahead of the upcoming state elections. The Congress party is using the issue to corner the BJP on the education front, while the ruling party maintains that it is committed to transparency and fairness in examinations.
