'This was a warning from students & oppn': Rahul attacks Centre, PM Modi after CJP ends stir
The 'Cockroach Janta Party' has ended a month-long protest in New Delhi following the government's agreement to their demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The protest was sparked by examination irregularities in the NEET medical entrance exam.
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The resignation of a high-ranking minister highlights the political impact of student-led movements and public pressure regarding educational integrity.
NEW DELHI: The Cockroach Janta Party has called off its protest at Jantar Mantar, which has lasted for more than a month. This call was made after the government accepted their key demands, including the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan."Government accepted all our demands after 36 days of protest; we urge everyone to peacefully withdraw from protest sites," CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said."Cockroach Janta Party declares that we withdraw the agitation in good faith, with the understanding that the agreed-upon terms will be executed within the agreed-upon timelines," Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das said after talks with the government.Union minister J.P.
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