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Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Amid Political Turmoil
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Jul 2026, 05:04 AM
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Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister for Education, has tendered his resignation, citing personal reasons. The move follows mounting pressure over policy controversies.
Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister for Education, submitted his resignation to the President on Tuesday, marking a significant shift in the current cabinet lineup. The resignation comes after weeks of criticism over the government's handling of the National Education Policy and concerns about the minister’s management of the education sector.
While Pradhan cited personal reasons for stepping down, analysts point to growing pressure from opposition parties and civil society groups demanding accountability. The resignation is expected to prompt a cabinet reshuffle, with the government likely to appoint a new education minister within days.
In a social media post, fellow politician Ibrahim Ali Khan reacted to the news by echoing a popular line from Bollywood star Salman Khan, a move that drew mixed reactions from the public and highlighted the intersection of politics and pop culture in India.
The resignation also raises questions about the stability of the ruling party’s leadership structure and its ability to navigate upcoming policy debates. Observers will watch closely how the government addresses the education sector’s challenges in the wake of Pradhan’s departure.
While Pradhan cited personal reasons for stepping down, analysts point to growing pressure from opposition parties and civil society groups demanding accountability. The resignation is expected to prompt a cabinet reshuffle, with the government likely to appoint a new education minister within days.
In a social media post, fellow politician Ibrahim Ali Khan reacted to the news by echoing a popular line from Bollywood star Salman Khan, a move that drew mixed reactions from the public and highlighted the intersection of politics and pop culture in India.
The resignation also raises questions about the stability of the ruling party’s leadership structure and its ability to navigate upcoming policy debates. Observers will watch closely how the government addresses the education sector’s challenges in the wake of Pradhan’s departure.