actor Prakash Raj commented on the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan of the position of Minister of Education of the Union following the dispute over alleged irregularities in the exams, including the NEET-UG. The actor, who has been supporting the ongoing student movement at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, took to social media to express his happiness soon after the news broke. His message quickly gained attention online and was widely shared by followers.
Prakash Raj congratulates the protesters on social media
Leading to InstagramPrakash Raj congratulated those who had been part of the movement and praised their efforts. He wrote: “Congratulations dear cockroaches… Dear Mr. Sonam Wangchuk and all who stood by the youth. You’ve proven you can bring a regimen to your knees. #justasking.” Along with the message, the actor also shared a photograph of himself from the Jantar Mantar protest site, where he was seen raising slogans alongside the protesters.
Dharmendra Pradhan announces his resignation in a public letter
Dharmendra Pradhan also shared his resignation letter to X, reflecting on his years in public office. He wrote, “My young friends, for more than four decades, I have been committed to students, teachers and educational reforms. “I have always believed that a strong, inclusive and visionary education system is the foundation of a strong nation.” From day one, I took responsibility for the situation and never shied away. My resolve was that no deserving student should suffer due to exam mafias and no student should to face injustice.” He also thanked the Prime Minister for the opportunity to serve the nation.
Protest celebrations follow the minister’s resignation
After the resignation, videos and photographs of the celebrations at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar started circulating on social media, with protesters welcoming the development. One of the first reactions from the film industry was from Prakash Raj, and his post gained a lot of traction online. His message and images from the protest site have become one of the most talked about responses after Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.