Violent Protests in Bihar: Clashes Over NEET Leaks Lead to Minister's Resignation
On July 25, 2026, Bihar saw protests turn violent for the third day over alleged NEET paper leaks and police action against demonstrators. Clashes between protesters and police in Patna, Siwan, Chhapra, and other districts led to injuries, property damage, and dozens of detentions. Protesters demanded resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who later resigned. Bihar Assembly Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav alleged excessive use of force by police. Demonstrations elsewhere remained peaceful. The protests were called off after Pradhan's resignation.
28 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
The BJP refuted a report by The Indian Express alleging the government offered to change Dharmendra Pradhan's portfolio before his resignation.
8 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Education Minister, citing NEET paper leak protests and accusations of youth misguidance from Naveen Patnaik.
11 AUG 2026
— Al Jazeera
Kunal Choudhary's departure from home due to ideological differences with his father, a BJP and RSS member, highlights intergenerational political divides in India.
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