Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik demands resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has formally called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following widespread protests over the NEET examination paper leak. Patnaik emphasized that the integrity of India's education system is at risk and urged the government to engage in dialogue with protesting students.
The Biju Janata Dal president and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday (July 21, 2026) demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan amidst mounting pressure on the Narendra Modi Government from opposition parties over NEET paper leak and examination reforms.
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