Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak controversy.Shah highlighted the government's commitment to ensuring justice for students and implementing strict reforms against examination fraud.

He praised Pradhan's tenure for advancing education policies like the National Education Policy (NEP), PM SHRI Schools expansion, and digital education initiatives.The protests, led by students and the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), demanded accountability for paper leaks and compensation for affected families.After Pradhan's resignation, the CJP withdrew its indefinite protest, citing agreement on police case withdrawals and compensation demands.

Shah emphasized the Modi government's dedication to addressing examination integrity issues and protecting students' rights, while also acknowledging Pradhan's contributions to India's educational development.The incident underscores tensions between political accountability and student welfare in India's education system.