The Pradhan Puzzle: A Story of Politics, Protest, and Power The sudden resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan last weekend sent shockwaves through India's educational establishment.
According to Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, Pradhan had offered to step down on the first day of student protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. The timing of Pradhan's resignation is curious.
The nationwide protest over the NEET paper leak had already gained momentum, with thousands of students and activists demanding justice and accountability.