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Pradhan resignation sparks Jantar Mantar clashes
Times of India··25 Jul
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25 as CJP NEET protests entered a new phase. Celebrations at Jantar Mantar turned chaotic after stone pelting, prompting tear gas and a mild lathicharge before order was restored. CJP leaders held a third round of talks with ministers Nadda and Singh on remaining demands including compensation and July 20 crackdown action.
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What It Means For You
- Pradhan's resignation fulfilled CJP's first demand but protests continue until compensation and crackdown action are settled.
- Third-round talks on July 25 at Constitution Club may decide whether nationwide agitation ends or spreads further.
- Security forces used tear gas at Jantar Mantar after celebrations turned violent, affecting access near protest sites.
What's Happening
- Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25 amid sustained CJP protests over alleged NEET paper leaks.
- Abhijeet Dipke declared victory from Jantar Mantar before stone pelting led to tear gas and lathicharge.
- Union ministers Nadda and Singh held a third negotiation round with CJP spokespersons on remaining demands.
Celebrations Turn to Security Response
- Sonam Wangchuk called the resignation a victory of direct democracy while urging focus on reforms next.
- CJP still seeks one crore rupee compensation for student suicide families and accountability for July 20 policing.
- Delhi Police formed a Crime Branch STF on paper leaks as protests spread to Bihar and other states.
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