After the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Union Education Minister, opposition parties, including the Congress and the Samajwadi Party, hailed the move as a victory for students, democracy, and the united Opposition. Congress MP Jebi Mather emphasized the significance of this moment, highlighting it as a win for democracy and the youth’s voice, expressing solidarity with the students and the united Opposition. Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai echoed similar sentiments, stating that while the resignation should have occurred earlier, it signifies a triumph for all those who raised their voices.
Congress MLA Amin Patel noted that Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation may offer some solace to the families of students who tragically died by suicide. He raised questions about the formal acceptance of the resignation and the timeline for this process. Samajwadi Party Spokesperson Udayveer Singh highlighted the continuous efforts of students and young individuals nationwide in demanding accountability, particularly after the paper leak controversy and student suicides. He emphasized that the Minister’s resignation is a victory for democracy and all those who supported the cause.
Trinamool Congress MP Dola Sen underscored the importance of people’s voices being heard, leading to Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. She mentioned the support extended by Trinamool Chhatra Parishad and Trinamool Youth Congress to the peaceful students facing challenges in Delhi. Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh expressed that the resignation should have happened sooner, questioning the delay despite widespread demands. Azad Samaj Party President Chandrashekhar Azad emphasized the need for earlier resignation on moral grounds, especially following the tragic student suicides.
