BJD Demands Education Minister's Resignation as Students Stage Protests Over Exam Leaks
On July 19, 2026, Naveen Patnaik, former Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal president, urged the Centre to initiate dialogue with protesting students demanding reforms in the examination process. In a post on X, he called for debate on the issue in Parliament, emphasizing the need to restore faith in India's education system compromised by recent mismanagement. Activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike at Safdarjung hospital over alleged NEET paper leaks. The BJD staged demonstrations demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.
20 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Activist Sonam Wangchuk agreed to end his 21-day hunger strike if the government meets his three demands.
— The Hindu
Congress members criticized the BJP-led government for its handling of activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike and alleged irregularities in competitive exams.
21 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Sonam Wangchuk will continue his indefinite hunger strike at Safdarjung Hospital after Delhi Police forcibly moved him.
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