After Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as the Union Education Minister, Kiren Rijiju, the Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, commended Pradhan’s dedication to student welfare and public service. Rijiju highlighted Pradhan’s commitment to India’s education system and youth, emphasizing his leadership qualities and vision for the sector.
Expressing gratitude for Pradhan’s service, Rijiju acknowledged his relentless efforts towards the nation’s progress. Pradhan’s resignation, amidst nationwide protests over exam irregularities, emphasized his long-standing advocacy for educational reforms and student-centric policies. Pradhan’s decision to step down was influenced by the need for accountability and integrity in examinations.
In his resignation letter, Pradhan reflected on his decades-long commitment to educational causes and the importance of a strong education system for national development. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the opportunity to serve under his leadership and reaffirmed his dedication to realizing the aspirations of India’s youth through inclusive and visionary education policies.
Pradhan also addressed the recent NEET-UG examination irregularities, highlighting the government’s swift actions to address the issue. He mentioned the decision to shift the NEET-UG exam to a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from the following year, aiming to ensure fairness and transparency in the examination process.
