Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called off its protest "with immediate effect" today and asked supporters at Delhi's Jantar Mantar to return home after the government agreed to all their demands.
The announcement came in a joint press conference held by CJP spokespersons Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka and Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh this evening, following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Union Education Minister. His resignation was the CJP's core demand.
The spokespersons said the government has assured them that the police cases filed against students would be withdrawn, with no action to be taken against them in future, and maximum compensation as per rules and regulations would be given to the families of students who died by suicide over the NEET paper leak.
Here Are The Live Updates On Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation:
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Entry Gates Of All Delhi Metro Stations Open
Service Update
— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) July 25, 2026
Entry gates of all Metro Stations of the Delhi Metro network are now open.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Commitment To Bright Future": Rajnath Singh
युवाओं और विद्यार्थियों की भावनाओं को ध्यान में रखते हुए केन्द्रीय शिक्षा मंत्री श्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान ने अपने पद से इस्तीफ़ा दे दिया है। श्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान का इस्तीफ़ा इस बात का प्रमाण है कि प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी और हमारी सरकार के लिए हमारे विद्यार्थियों और युवाओं…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 25, 2026
"MP (LS), Sambalpur": Dharmendra Pradhan Drops "Union Minister" From X Bio
Soon after announcing his resignation as Union Education Minister on Saturday, Dharmendra Pradhan updated his bio on social media platform X.
If one is to go to check his X profile currently, it describes Pradhan as "Member of Parliament, Sambalpur". He has removed the designation of "Union Minister of Education", hours after submitting his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Pradhan's X bio now says: "MP (LS), Sambalpur. Views personal. RTs not endorsement".
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Rahul Gandhi Hold Press Conference
"First of all, this is the victory of our students. This is the future of India. The education system which used to be our pride, the whole world acknowledged that the education system of India is very good. It has been under attack for years. It is being captured, it is being privatised. This was a reaction to that.," Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said after the government agreed to the demands of the protesters.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Protesters Celebrate In Jantar Mantar
#WATCH | Delhi: Visuals from Jantar Mantar, where protesters celebrate after the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026
After holding the third round of talks with the government, Cockroach Janta Party withdrew its agitation and appealed to the protestors to… pic.twitter.com/rQ1gixr02X
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Request You To Withdraw Protest Peacefully": CJP To Protestors
Following the joint press conference by CJP and the government, CJP Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka came back to Jantar Mantar and informed the protestors that all their demands have been accepted by the government. He then asked them to "peacefully withdraw the protest" and return home.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Courage Without Violence": Gitanjali Angmo On Gen Z As Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
If anyone has shown what it means for India to be a Vishwaguru, it is our Gen Z.
— Gitanjali J Angmo (@GitanjaliAngmo) July 25, 2026
They have lived Sanatan Dharma, not preached it. Courage without hate. Strength without violence. Patriotism without blind obedience.
Unlike many of their counterparts across the world, they have…
Centre Agrees To 2 More Demands, Says CJP In Joint Press Meet
The student protest movement, which lasted over a month, was called off on Saturday after the government interlocutors agreed to the Cockroach Janta Party's two more demands in addition to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Dharmendra Pradhan Protested An Education Minister. Today He Resigned As One
Nearly 30 years ago, around 1,500 students gathered outside the Odisha state secretariat to protest an exam paper leak. One among them, would later become the Education Minister of India. He was Dharmendra Pradhan.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: CJP Withdraws Agitation
The Cockroach Janta Party withdraws agitation with immediate effect after the government agrees to the demands.
"Cockroach Janta Party declares that we withdraw the agitation in good faith, with the understanding that the agreed-upon terms will be executed within the agreed-upon timelines," said CJP Spokesperson Saurav Das.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Compensation According To Rules
"We are also concerned if students lose their lives. Whatever maximum is possible will be given to them as per rules and regulations," said JP Nadda.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Government Agrees To Withdraw FIR Against Protestors
"Government has assured the withdrawal of the FIRs, and no action will be taken against CJP protesters in the future. "The government has assured to share copies of the FIRs," said CJP Spokesperson Saurav Das
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Centre, CJP Hold Joint Press Briefing
Cockroach Janta Party representatives and union ministers are holding a joint press briefing.
Abhijeet Dipke's Mother: "Kept Worrying, Lost Appetite, But Extremely Proud"
Anita Dipke said she couldn't sleep or eat properly because she was worried about her son, Abhijeet Dipke, who has been spearheading a students' protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
Abhijeet Dipke's "Going To Take A Nap" Post Shortly After Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
Amid the adrenaline hit and the rush of dopamine as the Cockroach Janta Party got its way - the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan - Abhijeet Dipke, the man behind the students' movement, has decided to take it easy.
Dipke, the 30 year-old, who was diagnosed with typhoid Saturday morning, announced he "will take a nap" shortly after the Education Minister resigned Saturday afternoon.
"Going to take a nap. See you all in a little while," he posted on X.
Going to take a nap. See you all in a little while.#JaiHind #JaiBhim
— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) July 25, 2026
Rahul Gandhi's Message After Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns, And 2 Demands
"Well done, students," a beaming Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said while congratulating the protesting students after the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan as Education Minister.
Gandhi called Pradhan's resignation a "huge step" towards reshaping India's education system.
"It's a first step, but a huge step in reshaping our education system. Well done to students across the country; we are proud of all of you," Rahul Gandhi said in a video message.
धर्मेंद्र प्रधान का इस्तीफा हमारे education system को फिर से संवारने की दिशा में बहुत बड़ा कदम है।
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 25, 2026
शाबाश देश भर के छात्रों, आप सभी पर गर्व है।
सड़कों पर आ कर लोकतंत्र, संविधान और अपने भविष्य की रक्षा में डट कर खड़े होने वाले हर एक युवा, हर छात्र को बहुत-बहुत बधाई।
2 मांगें… pic.twitter.com/Uc2cEOCVKA
Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns: "Nation Before Self": BJP Ministers, Leaders Praise Dharmendra Pradhan As He Quits
As Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as education minister amid raging student protests, the BJP ministers and leaders lauded his public service and decision to step down calling it a "selfless act" in the interest on the country.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Government Still Has To Answer": Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi
The Minister has left the classroom, but the Government still has to answer the question paper.#NEET #Pradhan
— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) July 25, 2026
"Students Should Vacate Jantar Mantar": Cops Announce On Loudspeakers As Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
Delhi Police personnel have been going around Jantar Mantar asking protesters to leave after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister this evening. His resignation was the main demand of the protesters led by the satirical political group CJP.
Policemen using loudspeakers asked the protesters to vacate the place, now that their demand has been met.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Cares Deeply About Youth": ZOHO Founder Sridhar Vembu On Dharmendra Pradhan
"Shri Dharmendra Pradhan is one of the finest public servants I know. He cares deeply about the youth of this nation, and particularly about rural students. We have had many discussions on how to better skill our rural youth. I am sad to see him resign. He has put the nation above self, and my respect for him is even greater now. Thank you for your service Pradhan-ji, please keep fighting the good fight," said ZOHO Founder Sridhar Vembu On Dharmendra Pradhan.
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan is one of the finest public servants I know. He cares deeply about the youth of this nation, and particularly about rural students. We have had many discussions on how to better skill our rural youth.
— Sridhar Vembu (@svembu) July 25, 2026
I am sad to see him resign. He has put the nation…
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Students Should Ask Some Questions": Uddhav Thackeray
"Students should ask some questions to the HM. Why was the water cannon used? Sticks with nails. Pellet guns. Men officers hitting women protesters. Civil dress police. Police without nameplates. Tear gas. They had electrocuted the barricade," Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray said.
Video: How CJP Protesters Celebrated At Jantar Mantar As Dharmendra Pradhan Resigned
The moment the news broke, the atmosphere at Jantar Mantar turned celebratory with the crowd of protesters cheering, dancing, singing and waiving Indian flags under yellow canopies.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "The country needs change": Dimple Yadav On Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
"This win belongs to you. We salute your courage, determination and persistence that has led to the resignation of the Education Minister. At the same time, I am deeply sorry that you had to go through so much pain, assault, trauma and humiliation," said Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav.
Dear children,
— Dimple Yadav (@dimpleyadav) July 25, 2026
This win belongs to you. We salute your courage, determination and persistence that has led to the resignation of the Education Minister. At the same time, I am deeply sorry that you had to go through so much pain, assault, trauma and humiliation.
The country…
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: "Resignation Is The 1st Step To Reform," Rahul Gandhi
Reacting to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said, "Well done to students across the country, we are proud of all of you."
"As Union Education Minister, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji played a pivotal role in reforming India's education landscape and successfully implementing the landmark National Education Policy (NEP 2020), among other initiatives. Prioritising larger interests, his decision to step down reflects the highest standards of integrity and selfless service in public life. The party stands firmly with Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji in this decision. I extend my best wishes for his future endeavors," said BJP National President Nitin Nabin.
Watch: Moment Abhijeet Dipke Got The Call That Dharmendra Pradhan Had Quit
The mood at Jantar Mantar turned emotional the moment word of the resignation reached the protest site, the same spot where the movement started on June 20.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: CJP-Centre 3rd Round Of Talks
CJP meets union ministers for the third round of talks. They have three more demands after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Abhijeet Dipke Says 'Won't Stop Here'
"This is the first wicket. We won't stop here. This is just the beginning. I salute all students, all the volunteers who have been sitting here for the last 36 days," says Abhijeet Dipke after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: On Camera, Jantar Mantar Erupts With Celebrations
VIDEO | Delhi: Crowd celebrates outside Janpath Metro station over Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 25, 2026
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday over the NEET paper leak row, saying it is not a matter of "individual prestige" for him.
(Full video… pic.twitter.com/Chop7I6wbx
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Abhijeet Dipke Posts Picture Holding Constitution, Says "Thank You"
Abhijeet Dipke has posted a picture holding the Consitiution of India. In his first social media reaction after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, he simply wrote "Thank you".
Thank you pic.twitter.com/AfQVVVTa10
— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Video Shows Celebrations At Jantar Mantar
Celebrations begin at Jantar Mantar! pic.twitter.com/3cTeEuW2eJ
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Kiren Rijiju Thanks Pradhan For 'Relentless Service'
Kiren Rijiju on Saturday reacted to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and thanked him for his "relentless service".
True leadership is measured over decades & @dpradhanbjp ji’s journey stands as a testament to lifelong engagement with public life & student welfare.
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) July 25, 2026
Having worked alongside him in the Union Cabinet, I have seen his sincere dedication to strengthening India’s education ecosystem… pic.twitter.com/dNavUuVVh7
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Delhi Metro Opens Rajiv Chowk, 2 Other Stations
Entry gates for Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat metro stations are now open, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation updated on X.
Service Update
— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) July 25, 2026
Entry gates for Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat metro stations are now open.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: CJP Updates Its Demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has updated its demands from three to four, asking Rapid Action Force (RAF) and Delhi Police personnel to apologise to protesters.
CJP’s Demand Rooster Has Been Updated:
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 25, 2026
1. Dharmedra Pradhan must resign - ✅
2. Rs 1 Cr to the families of all students who died by suicide - Pending
3. No action against any of the student protesters - Pending
4. Public Apology From RAF & Delhi Police - Pending
Jantar Mantar…
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Amit Shah Meets PM Modi
Home Minister Amit Shah meets PM Modi after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Students Celebrate After Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
इस्तीफे के बाद जश्न मनाते छात्र,#प्रयागराज pic.twitter.com/HCNWuWqfmH
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Dharmendra Pradhan Joined BJP In 1998
Dharmendra Pradhan joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 1998.
Pradhan entered electoral politics in Odisha and served as a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly from 2000 to 2004.
During this period, he was appointed president of the BJP Youth Wing (BJYM) in Odisha in 2001 and became National Secretary of the BJP in 2002.
In 2004, he was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha. The same year, he was appointed National President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM).
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: A Look Back At Dharmendra Pradhan's Political Career
Pradhan's political journey began during his college days through the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP).
He started as an ABVP activist while studying at Talcher College in 1983. In 1985, he became president of the Talcher College Students' Union.
Over the next decade, he rose through the organisation's ranks, serving as State Secretary of ABVP in 1993 and National Secretary in 1995.
"Centre Will Have To Bow Before Public": Opposition On Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
The Opposition on Saturday said the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is a victory of youth who "raised their voices to fix the education system".
"This is the victory of our millions of youth who raised their voices on the streets across the country to fix the education system... This is the victory of all those families who lost their blood, their children, because this government is corrupt," Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge posted on X.
"This is the victory of the united opposition, who raised their voices from Parliament to the streets in the interest of the students," he added.
Dharmendra Pradhan First Minister To Quit Because Of A Row Since MJ Akbar In 2018
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is a rare one. So rare, in fact, that to find a parallel, one has to rewind the clock all the way to 2018, when MJ Akbar stepped down from his post as Union Minister of State for External Affairs.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live | "Accountability In A Democracy Cannot Be Indefinitely Evaded": Shashi Tharoor On Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
The resignation of the Education Minister is an acknowledgment that accountability in a democracy cannot be indefinitely evaded. It comes after weeks of determined, peaceful voices raised by students, parents and citizens across the country who refused to be ignored.
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) July 25, 2026
It also… https://t.co/3KkcRX5MBo
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Sonam Wangchuk Calls It "Victory Of Democracy"
IT'S A VICTORY OF DEMOCRACY
— Sonam Wangchuk (@Wangchuk66) July 25, 2026
direct democracy... straight from the streets.
It's a victory of peace, patience & persévérance.
Congratulations CJP, Gen Z of the nation and thank you all citizens for shedding fear and the fear of fear and rising up from every corner of the nation.… pic.twitter.com/rSLOfvba2R
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live | "We Won't Go Like This": CJP Founder Reminds Government Of 2 Other Demands
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from the post of Education Minister, but the cockroaches won't leave just yet, said CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke in first adress to the protesters following the resignation news.
The families of the children who died by suicide following NEET-UG 2026 paper leak should receive compensation of Rs 1 crore and action must be taken against police who acted against protesters on July 20, said Dipke.
This is democracy. He has resigned. We have two more demands. We won't go like this.
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned. But the families of the children who committed suicide should receive compensation of one crore rupees. They should get it.
One crore rupees compensation to all… pic.twitter.com/CyhfGDUola
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Student Protesters Celebrate Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
शिक्षा मंत्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान ने इस्तीफा दिया।
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026
ये छात्रों की जीत है। pic.twitter.com/QgFV5pcsKt
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live | "Democracy Wins": Video Shows CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Rejoicing Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
DEMOCRACY WINS! 🇮🇳
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026
Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned. pic.twitter.com/DsB6hCHUzP
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: CJP Shares An Update On Its 3 Demands
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has been demanding resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan ever since the start of protest. Now that demand has been fulfilled, two more demands remain unfulfilled, the party said in a post on X.
Sharing an update on its demands, the CJP wrote:
1. Dharmedra Pradhan must resign - DONE
2. 1 crore to the families of all students who died by suicide - PENDING
3. No action against any of the student protesters - PENDING
The Cockroach Janta Party Demands Update:
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026
1. Dharmedra Pradhan must resign ✅
2. 1 crore to the families of all students who died by suicide - PENDING
3. No action against any of the student protesters - PENDING
: CJP Chief
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live | "Long Live Student Power": CJP Welcomes Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
शिक्षा मंत्री जी ने अपना इस्तीफा भेजा।
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026
छात्र शक्ति जिंदाबाद 🇮🇳 https://t.co/pSDDchOCs0
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live | "Big Win For Democracy": AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal Welcomes Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation
Congratulations to the entire country on Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Big win for democracy. pic.twitter.com/whzjhwSjOs
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Dharmendra Pradhan's Full Statement On Resignation
In a letter posted on X, Dharmendra Pradhan said it has never been a "matter of personal prestige for him".
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) July 25, 2026
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Dharmendra Pradhan Announces Resignation On X
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from the post of Education Minister. He announced the move on his X (formerly Twitter) handle hours before the third round of talks between the Cockroach Janta Party and the Centre.
Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation Live: Dharmendra Pradhan Submits Resignation
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
