Protests Erupt Outside India’s Education Ministry Over Examination Inconsistencies
Student groups staged a major protest outside India's Ministry of Education in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The unrest follows a series of high-profile controversies regarding national-level examinations, including NEET-UG, CBSE, and CUET. Demonstrators expressed frustration over alleged paper leaks and technical glitches that have compromised the integrity of these competitive exams. The protesters are calling for increased transparency, systemic reforms, and accountability from the central government to protect the futures of millions of students. Security was heightened at the site as tensions remained high amid the ongoing national outcry over educational governance.
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