Indian education minister resigns after days of youth protests

India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation on July 25, marking a significant victory for youth protesters who had demanded his departure over examination paper leaks. The minister made the announcement via the social media platform X.

The resignation came as police deployed tear gas to disperse young demonstrators in the Indian capital, New Delhi. This confrontation occurred just hours before protest leaders were slated to engage in another round of discussions with government officials regarding Pradhan's removal.

Protesters have been demanding Pradhan's resignation for weeks, holding him responsible for repeated scandals involving leaked examination papers. These leaks have affected major national exams, causing widespread disruption and fueling public anger.

The situation remains dynamic as authorities attempt to quell the unrest while addressing the underlying issues of integrity within the examination system.