India's education minister resigns after protests over exam leaks
India's education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following massive protests in Delhi over exam paper leaks and testing irregularities.
Tens of thousands of young protesters in Delhi, India, are celebrating after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned. The demonstrations, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), were triggered by repeated exam paper leaks and other testing irregularities. Despite its name, CJP is not a political party but a satirical national movement that has faced heavy police crackdowns.
Following Pradhan's resignation, the protests were called off. The movement's supporters claim victory, emphasizing their demand for accountability in the education system. The leaks had eroded public trust, leading to widespread anger among students and parents.
While the resignation marks a key concession to public pressure, questions remain about broader systemic reforms. The CJP movement continues to advocate for transparency and meritocracy in education, though it is unclear what its next steps will be.
