India's political crisis over the NEET examination scandal has deepened after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid weeks of nationwide student protests and mounting political pressure. The resignation was accepted by President Droupadi Murmu, and Pralhad Joshi has been assigned charge of the Education Ministry.
The protests, led by students and the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party, were fueled by allegations of widespread examination paper leaks and demands for accountability within India's education system. Demonstrators celebrated Pradhan's resignation but insisted it marked only the beginning of their campaign.
Opposition leaders have argued that replacing the education minister alone is not enough, calling for a broader investigation into the alleged examination leak network and systemic reforms to restore confidence in India's competitive testing process.
Taking charge of the ministry, Pralhad Joshi said he would approach his new responsibilities with humility while reviewing the department's ongoing work and initiatives.
Student organizations say they will continue demonstrations until they see concrete action, including stronger safeguards against examination fraud and greater transparency in the administration of national entrance tests.
The controversy has become one of the biggest education-related political crises in recent years, keeping pressure on the government as calls for accountability and reforms continue across the country.
