Kharge targets Dharmendra Pradhan over ‘terrorist’ remark on protesting students
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following remarks labeling protesting students as 'terrorists.' The controversy stems from ongoing tensions regarding examination paper leaks and government accountability.
Why it matters
This highlights the intensifying political friction in India over youth unemployment and the integrity of national examination systems.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) hit out at Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for his reported “terrorist” remark against protesting students, and asserted that the Minister would have to resign.
The article focuses heavily on the Congress party's narrative and criticisms of the ruling government without providing a direct rebuttal from the Minister.
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