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Congress slams government over rising education costs

Published Sunday, July 26, 2026

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  • Government Criticism and Education Crisis1 source

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The Congress party has criticized the Indian government over rising education costs, citing data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy. This criticism comes amidst public protests and the recent resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on July 25, 2026, due to the NEET paper leak controversy. Pradhan's resignation was met with celebrations by youth in Mumbai.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Congress party cited household expenditure data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) to criticize the government over rising education costs.
  • Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday (July 25, 2026) amid pressure due to protests over the NEET paper leak controversy.
  • A large gathering of youth celebrated Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Government Criticism and Education Crisis
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu, a centrist to centre-left Indian newspaper, frames the Congress's criticism of the government's education policies and rising costs as a significant political issue, connecting it to recent public protests and ministerial resignations. It also highlights the BJP's internal discussions and criticisms of the opposition's reaction, Amit Shah's defense of the government's actions, and the resignation as a victory for youth-led activism. The article also highlights a public celebration in Mumbai following a political figure's resignation.

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