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Dharmendra Pradhan
NEET Scandal Fuels Jantar Mantar Protests for Pradhan's Exit
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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spearheaded a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on Saturday, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Demonstrators cited the NEET 2026 paper leak and alleged irregularities within the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system as primary concerns. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, who traveled from Boston to lead the demonstration, emphasized the need for accountability. Protesters raised slogans, including "Dharmendra Pradhan Istifa do." Delhi Police granted permission for the peaceful assembly, which underscores growing public discontent regarding the integrity of national competitive examinations.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) organized a protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday.
Protesters demanded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
The demands stem from the NEET 2026 paper leak and alleged CBSE On-Screen Marking irregularities.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke led the demonstration after traveling from the US.
WHY IT MATTERS
These protests highlight increasing public and student dissatisfaction with the administration of crucial competitive examinations, underscoring calls for greater transparency and accountability from the Union Education Ministry.