'Nation, youth, and students hold far greater importance'; Union Home Minister Amit Shah responds

NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded to the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, saying it was an example of BJP cadres' dedication to youth and students rather than clinging to power.

Dharmendra Pradhan resigned yesterday amid strong student protests across the country over the NEET exam paper leak and exam irregularities. Amit Shah responded after the resignation, saying that the nation and the youth of the country are more important than any high posts.

For Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers, the nation, our youth, and students hold far greater importance than any position. Today, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan ji's resignation from his post is a reflection of this very principle. The Union government is committed to addressing concerns about the credibility of the examination system and taking strict action against those responsible for the question paper leak. The decisions taken by the Modi government to punish the culprits strictly are commendable.

Dharmendra Pradhan has led several important reforms during his tenure as the Education Minister. The implementation of the National Education Policy, expansion of PM Shri Schools, promotion of digital education, increasing the use of mother tongues in examinations, skill development, and strengthening coordination between industry and academia were brought in during Pradhan’s tenure,” said Amit Shah.