India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid widespread youth protests demanding accountability for examination paper leaks.The protests, led by the self-named Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, escalated into a major political crisis, challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

Youth activists and opposition groups demanded Pradhan's resignation, citing negligence in handling the exam leak scandal that allegedly led to student suicides.

The minister cited national unity and student welfare as reasons for his resignation, while protesters celebrated the move as a victory for democracy.However, they emphasized remaining demands, including compensation for affected families and accountability for police actions during the protests.The incident highlights deepening tensions between the government and youth movements over transparency, corruption, and educational reforms.Protests spread across multiple states, with authorities imposing internet and transport restrictions to curb demonstrations.

The resignation marks a significant shift in India's political landscape, reflecting growing public discontent over governance and youth representation.