NEW DELHI 25 Jul : Loud cheers erupted at the Cockroach Janata Party protest site at Jantar Mantar after its founder Abhijeet Dipke announced Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation before the gathering, declaring that the movement had achieved its first breakthrough.
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Pradhan’s resignation sparked scenes of celebration at Jantar Mantar, where students and members of the CJP hailed it as the first major victory of their 36-day agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak, even as they vowed to continue the protest until their remaining demands are met.
Addressing the protesters, Dipke said, “Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned and this is the proof that if you don’t get scared, you can win.” ( PTI )
