Amit Shah reacts to Pradhan’s exit NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday reacted to Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, saying the BJP considers the country, youth and students more important than any position while reaffirming the Modi government’s commitment to reforms against paper leaks.In a post on X, Shah said, “For BJP workers, the country, our youth, and students are far more important than any position. Today, the resignation of Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan ji from his post exemplifies this very principle.”Shah further added that the government respected the sentiments of students and remained committed to introducing reforms to prevent paper leaks, while expressing confidence that those responsible would be punished and justice would be ensured for NEET aspirants. CJP Jantar Mantar Protest UpdatesDharmendra Pradhan resigns as Union education minister amid massive student protests’We won’t go’: CJP’s Dipke says protests to continue till all demands metFresh clashes at Jantar Mantar after Pradhan’s exit; tear gas fired, stones pelted”The Modi government respects the sentiments of the country’s youth and is committed to implementing the necessary reforms against paper leaks. The decisions taken by Modi ji to ensure strict punishment for those guilty of paper leaks are commendable. I am fully confident that these steps will ensure complete justice for the students who succeeded in the NEET examination.”He further highlighted Pradhan’s tenure as education minister, crediting him with advancing several key education initiatives, including the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), expansion of examinations in mother tongues, PM SHRI Schools, digital education, skill development and industry-academia collaboration.”During his tenure, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan ji has brought about significant reforms in the effective implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), arrangements for examinations in mother tongues, expansion of PM SHRI Schools, promotion of digital education, skill development, and strengthening industry-academia coordination. His efforts toward making the examination system more inclusive and student-centric have also been noteworthy. His tenure is a testament to his dedication to the resolve of making India a developed nation.”Read more: Dharmendra Pradhan out, Pralhad Joshi in; CJP exits Jantar Mantar, exam reform Bill to enter LS – key pointsPradhan resigned as Union education minister earlier on Saturday, amid nationwide protests over NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Hours later, senior BJP leader Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the education ministry, while the Centre reached an agreement with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), leading to the withdrawal of its protest after 36 days at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Saturday reacted to Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, saying the BJP considers the country, youth and students more important than any position while reaffirming the Modi government’s commitment to reforms against paper leaks.In a post on X, Shah said, “For BJP workers, the country, our youth, and students are far more important than any position. Today, the resignation of Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan ji from his post exemplifies this very principle.”Shah further added that the government respected the sentiments of students and remained committed to introducing reforms to prevent paper leaks, while expressing confidence that those responsible would be punished and justice would be ensured for NEET aspirants.
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“The Modi government respects the sentiments of the country’s youth and is committed to implementing the necessary reforms against paper leaks. The decisions taken by Modi ji to ensure strict punishment for those guilty of paper leaks are commendable. I am fully confident that these steps will ensure complete justice for the students who succeeded in the NEET examination.”He further highlighted Pradhan’s tenure as education minister, crediting him with advancing several key education initiatives, including the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), expansion of examinations in mother tongues, PM SHRI Schools, digital education, skill development and industry-academia collaboration.“During his tenure, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan ji has brought about significant reforms in the effective implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), arrangements for examinations in mother tongues, expansion of PM SHRI Schools, promotion of digital education, skill development, and strengthening industry-academia coordination. His efforts toward making the examination system more inclusive and student-centric have also been noteworthy. His tenure is a testament to his dedication to the resolve of making India a developed nation.”Read more: Dharmendra Pradhan out, Pralhad Joshi in; CJP exits Jantar Mantar, exam reform Bill to enter LS – key pointsPradhan resigned as Union education minister earlier on Saturday, amid nationwide protests over NEET-UG paper leak controversy. Hours later, senior BJP leader Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the education ministry, while the Centre reached an agreement with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), leading to the withdrawal of its protest after 36 days at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.
