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Prakash Raj Congratulates CJP, Sonam Wangchuk on Education Minister's Resignation

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, Prakash Raj reacts with congratulations to CJP and Sonam Wangchuk.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 25 July 2026 at 03:46 pm
Prakash Raj Congratulates CJP, Sonam Wangchuk on Education Minister's Resignation

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation on social media on Saturday. The news was met with reactions from various celebrities, including Prakash Raj, who had been supporting the protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar from the beginning.

Prakash Raj took to Twitter to congratulate the protesters, including Sonam Wangchuk and the Cockroaches, a group that had been actively involved in the movement. He tweeted, 'Congratulations, my dear Cockroaches... You have proved that you can bring a regime down to its knees.'

The actor's tweet was met with praise from netizens, who appreciated his support for the youth and his bravery in standing up for their cause. One user wrote, 'Congratulations to every Gen Z, youth, and every single citizen who joined Cockroach Janta Party in this movement.'

Sonam Wangchuk also reacted to the news, calling it a 'victory of democracy.' He had been actively involved in the protest and had been demanding the resignation of the Education Minister.

Many other celebrities, including Sonakshi Sinha, Vaani Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Varun Dhawan, also reacted to the news, congratulating the protesters on their victory.

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation comes after days of protests by students and celebrities, who were demanding changes in the education system. The Minister had been facing criticism for his handling of the education sector, and his resignation is seen as a major victory for the protesters.

The protest at Jantar Mantar had been going on for several days, with many celebrities and activists joining in to show their support. The movement had gained momentum on social media, with many people using the hashtag #justasking to express their demands.

The resignation of the Education Minister is a significant development in the country's education sector, and it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the protesters' demands.

In his resignation note, Pradhan expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister and his colleagues for their support during his tenure. He also thanked the officers and staff of the Ministry for their hard work.

The news of Pradhan's resignation has been met with mixed reactions, with some people welcoming the move and others expressing concern about the impact it could have on the education sector.

Overall, the resignation of the Education Minister is a significant development that could have far-reaching implications for the country's education system. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to the protesters' demands and what changes will be made to the education sector in the coming days.

The movement has shown that the power of protest and social media can bring about significant changes in the country. It has also highlighted the importance of activism and the role that celebrities and influencers can play in bringing about social change.

In the end, the resignation of the Education Minister is a victory for the protesters and a testament to the power of democracy. It shows that the voices of the people can be heard and that change is possible when people come together to demand it.

Frequently asked questions

Why did Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign?

Pradhan resigned after facing criticism for his handling of the education sector and protests by students and celebrities.

What was the reaction of celebrities to Pradhan's resignation?

Many celebrities, including Prakash Raj, Sonakshi Sinha, and Priyanka Chopra, congratulated the protesters on their victory and welcomed the resignation of the Education Minister.

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