Centre Seeks Time Till Saturday on Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation, Says CJP

Centre Seeks Time Until Saturday as CJP Stands Firm on Pradhan's Resignation

The central government has asked for time until Saturday afternoon to finalise its response regarding the high-stakes demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, according to leaders of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).

The announcement followed a crucial meeting held at the Constitution Club of India, featuring a government delegation represented by Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, alongside CJP spokespersons.

Key Developments from the Talks

• Non-Negotiable Stance: CJP leaders reiterated that their core demand for the education minister's exit remains entirely non-negotiable, stating they expect a definitive decision when talks resume on Saturday afternoon.

• In-Principle Approvals: While discussions on the ministerial resignation are pending, CJP representatives noted that the government has given in-principle approval to two other vital demands: providing financial compensation to the families of NEET aspirants who died by suicide, and withdrawing FIRs and legal cases filed against protesting students.

• Broader De-escalation: The dialogue marks a significant turning point in the weeks-long student agitation, coming on the heels of social activist Sonam Wangchuk concluding his prolonged hunger strike following written assurances from the Centre regarding national examination reforms.

As the capital waits for Saturday's follow-up meeting, the Jantar Mantar protest site remains active, with demonstrators watching closely to see how the administration handles the political pressure.