Victory of democracy: Wangchuk on Pradhan’s resignation
Activist Sonam Wangchuk celebrated the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as a victory for democracy and student-led movements. The resignation follows weeks of nationwide protests regarding alleged irregularities in the NEET examination.
Why it matters
The event marks a significant outcome of public pressure and student activism on government accountability and educational reform in India.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday (July 25, 2026) described Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as "a victory of democracy", and credited the nationwide student-led agitation and citizens' participation for the outcome.
In a post on X, Mr. Wangchuk described the development as "a victory of democracy, direct democracy... straight from the streets." Calling it "a victory of peace, patience and perseverance", the environmentalist congratulated the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), Gen Z and citizens across the country for participating in the nationwide agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak.
"Congratulations CJP, Gen Z of the nation and thank you all citizens for shedding fear and the fear of fear and rising up from every corner of the nation," he said.
Mr. Wangchuk, who had joined the protest and observed a 26-day indefinite hunger strike before being hospitalised, said the movement should now move beyond seeking accountability.
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