Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared, PM said. The CJP responded to PM Modi’s annoucement and reiterated that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan ‘must’ resign. ‘We Have Decided To…’ PM Modi Unveils Key Decision Amid Protests | CJP Protest | NEET
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that the government has decided to set up fast track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. This is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first big reaction on the protests held in national capital over paper leaks and growing demands for resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
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Fast-track courts are specialized courts established to expedite judicial processes. In the context of paper leak cases, they will ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved, prioritizing the welfare of students. The demand for Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation stems from repeated incidents of paper leaks affecting students, with critics arguing that his leadership has failed to protect the integrity of the education system. Approximately 152 paper leaks have been reported in the last decade, equating to roughly one leak per month, causing significant disruption and stress for millions of students.
Prime Minister Modi announced the establishment of fast-track courts for paper leak cases and emphasized strict punishment for offenders, stating that nothing is more important than the future of the youth. Yes, continuing to protest can be crucial for students to voice their demands for accountability and reform in the education system, as visible activism can lead to governmental responses and policy changes. “Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth,” PM Modi said in a post on X. “We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students,” he said.
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CJP responds, Pradhan must resign PM Modi’s annoucements comes amid widespread protests over paper leaks and other examination-related issues. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), protesting over the issue for over a month, took out a march to Parliament on 20 July in which clashes were reported between police and protesters. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been on hunger strike over the issue for 26 days. Wangchuk is right now on fast at Medanta hospital. “Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared,” the prime minister added on Thursday.
The CJP responded to PM Modi’s annoucement and reiterated that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan ‘must’ resign. Rahul Gandhi seeks Pradhan’s resignation The issue has rocked the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament with proceedings getting adjourned for last four days over paper leaks and other issues amid opposition protests. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday stepped up his attack on the Union government, extending support to students protesting under the banner of the CJP. Gandhi, however, didn’t mention the Cockroach Janta Party in his speech, even as he reiterated that the Congress party was completely supporting students’ demands and seeking Pradhan’s resignation. On Tuesday, Gandhi and his sister Priyanka Gandhi surprised the Union government by staging a sit-in protest near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence.
The protest was unprecedented in that no Leader of the Opposition has in recent times staged a protest on the high-security stretch –Lok Kalyan Marg, earlier known as Race Course Road – which houses the official residence of the prime minister. About the Author Gulam Jeelani
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