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Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns as Student Protest Ends

A mediated agreement gives protesters copies of FIRs, pledges against punitive action, and offers possible compensation under government rules.

Overview

  • The resignation, announced Saturday, followed weeks of large student gatherings led by the Cockroach Janta Party demanding accountability over alleged NEET exam leaks.
  • A joint CJP–Centre press conference with union ministers and CJP spokespeople said the government will provide FIR copies, withdraw or refrain from charging protesters, and consider compensation under existing rules.
  • CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has faced physical attacks during the campaign and told reporters he was diagnosed with typhoid; his parents said they felt relief and plan to celebrate.
  • High‑visibility tactics including mass street protests and a 26‑day hunger strike by activist Sonam Wangchuk helped sustain public pressure and broaden support for the movement.
  • The agreement ends public demonstrations for now but requires administrative follow‑through on FIR access, non‑prosecution assurances, and any compensation to be implemented to satisfy protesters' demands.