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Questioning the Resignation as a Political Maneuver That Fails to Address Root Problems

Published July 25, 2026 at 10:32 AM UTC

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While Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation may appear as an act of accountability, many critics argue it is a calculated move to deflect attention from deeper failures. The minister is resigning, but the systemic issues that allowed the leaks remain unresolved. Student leaders point out that no arrests have been made in connection with the leaks, and the government has not yet announced concrete steps to prevent future breaches. Furthermore, Pradhan's resignation does not guarantee that the next minister will act differently; it may simply be a reshuffling of faces. The protests at Jantar Mantar were demanding not just a resignation but also a transparent probe, compensation for affected students, and reforms to the examination process. By quickly accepting the resignation and vowing to clear the protest site, the government risks appearing more focused on ending the demonstrations than on delivering justice. Additionally, Pradhan remains a senior BJP figure and may be reassigned to another ministry, undermining the notion of true accountability. Until the government addresses the root causes—including how the leaks occurred and who benefited—protests are likely to resume.