At 2:18 pm on Saturday, Dharmendra Pradhan posted a two-page statement on the social media platform X announcing his resignation. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder, who was leading a protest at Jantar Mantar, was informed of the development over the phone. On hearing that Pradhan had resigned as Education Minister, Dipke dropped to his knees, looked up at the sky, and repeatedly pounded the stage with his hands in celebration. Supporters then erupted in celebration. Patriotic songs were played from the stage as protesters cheered and danced. CJP’s celebration after Pradhan’s resignation Dipke looked towards the sky Post navigation World media on Pradhan’s resignation:BBC says Modi govt bowed to students; The Guardian writes public pressure forces first resignation in 12 years Banks will not operate for 14 days in August:Branches will be closed for 7 days in different cities apart from 5 Sundays 2 Saturdays
