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WorldPublished: 25 July 2026 at 12:37

India’s Education Minister Steps Down, Handing Win to Protesters

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned, marking a victory for student protesters against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

Foto: The New York Times

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has submitted his resignation, yielding to pressure from student protests. The move is seen as a significant victory for the protest movement against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration. The protests, which had been ongoing across the country, were directed against changes in education policy. Pradhan's resignation is a symbolic achievement for the student movement, which demanded reforms and greater participation in decision-making. The exact reasons for his resignation were not officially announced, but the connection to the protests is clear. This event may influence future political developments in India.

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