‘Modi is the past:’ Rahul Gandhi takes a swipe at PM, seeks Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amid CJP protests
Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday, took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that
Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday, took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that while students are the future of the country, PM Modi is the past, and the past can never fight the future. Gandhi made these remarks while addressing reporters after he met a group of protesting students at his residence, including a young girl who had injured her leg. The Congress MP said their demand for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is non-negotiable, adding that nothing short of it will be acceptable, news agency PTI reported. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What are the demands of the students protesting in Delhi? ⌵ The students, part of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, citing concerns over corruption and incompetence in his administration. 2 Why does Rahul Gandhi believe PM Modi represents the past? ⌵ Rahul Gandhi stated that while students are the future of the country, PM Modi symbolizes the past, suggesting that outdated leadership cannot effectively address the needs of the future. 3 How did Sonam Wangchuk respond to criticism after ending his hunger strike?
⌵ Sonam Wangchuk emphasized that he ended his 26-day hunger strike to prevent potential violence against protesters and clarified that he did not reach a deal with the government, focusing instead on student welfare. 4 Should Dharmendra Pradhan resign as Education Minister? ⌵ The CJP and student protesters believe he should resign due to alleged incompetence and systemic issues in the education sector, making their demand a central focus of their protests. 5 What triggers the ongoing protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party? ⌵ The protests were sparked by alleged irregularities in India's education system, particularly following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy, which began on June 20 and intensified during recent events. Also Read | CJP Protest LIVE: CJP issues nationwide call for candlelight march on July 26 Rahul Gandhi extends support to CJP protesters He said, "The demand of the students is to sack Dharmendra Pradhan, and that is non-negotiable," and added, "There are three non-negotiable demands (of the students). Dharmendra Pradhan, who is corrupt, incompetent and misaligned, must be sacked." Claiming to have learned that a section of the Union Cabinet was considering shifting Pradhan to a different ministry, Gandhi said such a move would not address the issue.
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