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CJP Demands Pradhan's Resignation, Seeks Neutral Talks Venue

CJP protests at Jantar Mantar, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Party seeks neutral venue for talks with Centre.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 23 July 2026 at 10:19 am
CJP Demands Pradhan's Resignation, Seeks Neutral Talks Venue

CJP is protesting at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak issue.

The party's founding president, Abhijeet Dipke, has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to accept Pradhan's resignation, warning of potential political fallout if he is not removed.

Dipke alleged that Pradhan has failed in his responsibilities and that the interests of students should take precedence over protecting an 'incompetent and failed' minister.

He added that ignoring students' concerns could have electoral consequences for the BJP.

The CJP has proposed holding talks with the Centre at a neutral venue, such as the Constitution Club of India, and is awaiting a response.

The party's chief spokesperson, Saurav Das, dismissed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for fast-track courts in paper leak cases as inadequate and demanded accountability.

Das stated that the party would not hold discussions with anyone below the level of Union Education Minister.

The CJP's demands come as the Lok Sabha is set to debate the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026.

Meanwhile, NDA MPs are planning to protest against the Congress at Makar Dwar of Parliament, two days after the party held a sit-in outside the Prime Minister's residence over the NEET paper leak issue.

Congress MP KC Venugopal has given an Adjournment Motion Notice in Lok Sabha over the NEET UG paper leak issue and police lathi charge during the protest on July 20 at Jantar Mantar.

The situation remains tense, with the CJP and other opposition parties pushing for Pradhan's resignation and greater accountability from the government.

The government's response to the protests and demands will be closely watched in the coming days.

In related news, social activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk is stable and under multidisciplinary care at Medanta hospital in Gurugram.

His condition remains unchanged, and he is being monitored by a team of doctors.

The CJP's protests and demands are part of a larger movement calling for greater accountability and transparency in the government's handling of the NEET paper leak issue.

The party's insistence on a neutral venue for talks with the Centre reflects its desire for a fair and impartial resolution to the crisis.

As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the CJP's demands and the ongoing protests.

One thing is certain, however: the NEET paper leak issue has sparked a major crisis, and the government's handling of it will have significant implications for the country's students and the future of education in India.

The CJP's protests are a testament to the power of citizen activism and the importance of holding those in power accountable.

As the party continues to push for Pradhan's resignation and greater accountability, it is clear that the NEET paper leak issue will remain a major point of contention in the days and weeks to come.

In conclusion, the CJP's demands for Pradhan's resignation and a neutral venue for talks with the Centre reflect the party's commitment to accountability and transparency.

The government's response to these demands will be closely watched, and the outcome will have significant implications for the country's students and the future of education in India.

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