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NCP-SP Demands Pradhan's Resignation Over Exam Leaks

NCP-SP protests over exam leaks, demands minister's resignation. Students' futures at stake.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 21 July 2026 at 03:24 pm
NCP-SP Demands Pradhan's Resignation Over Exam Leaks

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Samajwadi Party (SP) staged a sit-in protest outside the Collector's office in Beed on Monday, condemning the Union government's silence over the ongoing nationwide student protests.

The protest, led by educationist and social activist Sonam Wangchuk at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, has gained momentum across the country. In Beed, the NCP-SP protest witnessed the participation of state, district, and tehsil-level office-bearers, along with representatives of the party's women and student wings, party workers, and students.

Following the demonstration, a delegation submitted a memorandum to the Collector, demanding the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on moral grounds. The party also sought strict action against those responsible for examination paper leaks and urgent measures to make the education system transparent, credible, and student-centric.

Protesters alleged that repeated paper leaks and examination irregularities have jeopardized the academic and professional future of lakhs of students. The demonstrators raised slogans against alleged corruption in the education system, irregularities in examinations, and what they termed injustice towards students.

NCP (SP) Beed district president Rajendra Maske criticized the Centre, stating that the youth of the country are working hard for a better future. However, repeated paper leaks, cancellation of examinations, delays in recruitment, and corruption in the education system have shattered their aspirations. Maske demanded that Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan should resign immediately, accepting moral responsibility for these failures.

The NCP-SP has announced plans to intensify its agitation across Maharashtra to seek justice for students and youth. The party leaders believe that the Union government's silence over the issue is unacceptable and that immediate action is necessary to restore the credibility of the education system.

The ongoing nationwide student protests, led by Sonam Wangchuk, have highlighted the need for urgent reforms in the education system. The protests have gained support from various political parties and social organizations, who are demanding that the Union government take immediate action to address the concerns of students and youth.

In recent years, the country has witnessed several instances of examination paper leaks, which have led to widespread outrage and demands for reform. The NCP-SP protest in Beed is part of a larger movement to seek justice for students and youth, who are seeking a fair and transparent education system.

The Union government's response to the protests has been criticized by opposition parties, who believe that the government is not taking adequate measures to address the concerns of students and youth. The NCP-SP protest in Beed is a reflection of the growing discontent among students and youth, who are seeking urgent reforms in the education system.

The outcome of the protests and the demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan remain to be seen. However, one thing is certain - the issue of examination paper leaks and corruption in the education system has become a major concern for students, youth, and political parties across the country.

In conclusion, the NCP-SP protest in Beed is a significant development in the ongoing nationwide student protests. The protest has highlighted the need for urgent reforms in the education system and has demanded that the Union government take immediate action to address the concerns of students and youth. The outcome of the protests will be closely watched by students, youth, and political parties across the country.

Frequently asked questions

Why is NCP-SP protesting?

NCP-SP is protesting over exam leaks and demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

What are the demands of the protesters?

The protesters are demanding strict action against those responsible for exam leaks, urgent measures to make the education system transparent, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

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