Rahul Gandhi Demands Pradhan Sacking
Analysis based on 27 articles · First reported May 16, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026
The ongoing controversy surrounding the NEET-UG paper leak and the political fallout could lead to increased scrutiny and potential reforms in India's education sector, impacting companies involved in examination administration and educational technology. The negative sentiment towards the government and the India — National Testing Agency may affect investor confidence in related public sector entities.
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, has intensified his demands for the sacking of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. He has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the issue and accused a nexus involving the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, India — Bharatiya Janata Party, and university officials of corrupting India's education system. The NEET-UG exam, which was cancelled due to irregularities, is scheduled for a re-test on June 21, and Dharmendra Pradhan announced it will be computer-based from next year. The United States — Federal Bureau of Investigation is probing the matter and has arrested Manisha Gurunath Mandhare, an alleged mastermind and source of leaked questions.
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