This week, another Education Minister resigned apart from Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This was far from Indian subcontinent where students took to streets to demand Pradhan's resignation for paper leak of country's most important medical entrance examination. Though Pradhan finally caved into the demands by the students on Jul 25, his story of leaving the portfolio is being compared to the education minister in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Yvette Berry.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/was-cjp-not-controlling-the-protest-what-spokesperson-ashutosh-ranka-told-wion-after-pradhan-s-resignation-1784988293331">Was CJP not controlling the protest? What spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka told WION after Pradhan's resignation</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cms.thewire.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-23-at-4.25.11-PM-1200x600.png" alt="In Australia, an Education Minister Resigns After Corruption by Staff Comes to the Fore"></figure><h2>Why did the Australian politician resign?</h2>Berry resigned from cabinet after an Integrity Commission made “serious corrupt conduct” findings against two senior public servants in her portfolio. What made her story worth quoting is the fact that Berry resigned despite that commission having cleared her of any involvement in the case. According to an ABC report, the corruption involves public officials illegally tampering with an $18.2 million school contract to favour a real estate company, Landlease.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-space-for-violence-what-cjp-s-ashutosh-ranka-told-wion-about-attack-on-journalists-at-jantar-mantar-protest-1784986276489">'No space for violence': What CJP's Ashutosh Ranka told WION about attack on journalists at Jantar Mantar protest</a>&nbsp;“The Commission found that former Education Directorate director-general Katy Haire and Ms Berry’s former chief of staff Joshua Ceramidas dishonestly created a “back door” for Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) interests to influence the procurement. Two tender evaluation teams had recommended construction company Manteena as the preferred contractor, but the $18.2 million contract was ultimately awarded to real estate company Lendlease instead,” reported&nbsp;Canberra Daily.&nbsp;&nbsp;Berry was a big name in ACT's politics and is even considered a successor to incumbent CM. She has been the longest serving deputy chief minister in the ACT’s history, since 2016.

ACT Education Minister Yvette Berry resigned after an Integrity Commission found serious corrupt conduct by two senior public servants in her portfolio, despite clearing her of wrongdoing. Her resignation contrasts with India, where students demanded Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

This week, another Education Minister resigned apart from Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This was far from Indian subcontinent where students took to streets to demand Pradhan's resignation for paper leak of country's most important medical entrance examination. Though Pradhan finally caved into the demands by the students on Jul 25, his story of leaving the portfolio is being compared to the education minister in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Yvette Berry. Also Read: Was CJP not controlling the protest? What spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka told WION after Pradhan's resignation Why did the Australian politician resign? Berry resigned from cabinet after an Integrity Commission made “serious corrupt conduct” findings against two senior public servants in her portfolio. What made her story worth quoting is the fact that Berry resigned despite that commission having cleared her of any involvement in the case. According to an ABC report, the corruption involves public officials illegally tampering with an $18.2 million school contract to favour a real estate company, Landlease. Also Read: 'No space for violence': What CJP's Ashutosh Ranka told WION about attack on journalists at Jantar Mantar protest “The Commission found that former Education Directorate director-general Katy Haire and Ms Berry’s former chief of staff Joshua Ceramidas dishonestly created a “back door” for Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) interests to influence the procurement. Two tender evaluation teams had recommended construction company Manteena as the preferred contractor, but the $18.2 million contract was ultimately awarded to real estate company Lendlease instead,” reported Canberra Daily. Berry was a big name in ACT's politics and is even considered a successor to incumbent CM. She has been the longest serving deputy chief minister in the ACT’s history, since 2016.

ACT Education Minister Yvette Berry resigned after an Integrity Commission found serious corrupt conduct by two senior public servants in her portfolio, despite clearing her of wrongdoing. Her resignation contrasts with India, where students demanded Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.

Another education minister resigned amid corruption row before Dharmendra Pradhan — but not in India

Student protesters at Delhi's Jantar Mantar celebrated after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation but said their movement is not over. Protesters called for deeper education reforms, accountability, and systemic changes, while political leaders, including AAP's Manish Sisodia, reacted to the development. The demonstrations ended after the government accepted key demands following weeks of protests.

Jantar Mantar protest ends in victory as students demand sweeping education system reforms

Following weeks of nationwide student protests, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, leading to the end of the CJP-led agitation at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. After the third round of talks, the government accepted CJP's key demands, including withdrawing cases against protesters and considering a five-point education reform charter. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Supriya Sule, and activist Sonam Wangchuk, welcomed the development while urging comprehensive reforms, greater transparency, and accountability in India's education system.

Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns as CJP Calls Off Protest | Opposition Demands Education Reforms

Reactions continue to pour in after the 37-day Jantar Mantar protest officially ended. Activist Sonam Wangchuk described the development as a "victory of democracy," praising India's youth for their peaceful movement. Political leaders across party lines also responded to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, while attention now shifts to Parliament, education reforms, and the government's next steps.

Wangchuk hails 'Victory of Democracy' as CJP ends historic Jantar Mantar protest 

The 37-day protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar has officially ended after the government accepted all key demands raised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and government assurances, CJP leaders urged protesters to return home peacefully while promising to continue pushing for long-term education reforms.

Jantar Mantar protest ends after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation | CJP declares victory

A major political development unfolds as Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after weeks of nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. The resignation came after sustained demonstrations led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), student groups, and opposition parties, who had made the education minister's removal from the Union Cabinet their central demand.

Live visuals from Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, show celebrations among protesters following the announcement. The movement, which began with demonstrations in Delhi, gained momentum as student support increased and demands for accountability and examination reforms grew stronger.

Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns After Nationwide NEET Protest | Jantar Mantar Celebrations L

A major political development unfolds in New Delhi as Sonam Wangchuk reacts to the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a victory of democracy, peace, patience, and perseverance. In his statement, Wangchuk congratulated the CJP movement and Gen Z protesters, saying citizens across the country overcame fear and raised their voices for accountability and reforms. Meanwhile, celebrations continued at Jantar Mantar following the resignation announcement, with thousands of protesters gathering and raising slogans. CJP representatives said the movement is not over yet and announced further action, including a march towards the Delhi Police Headquarters over restrictions imposed during the protest.

Sonam Wangchuk calls Dharmendra Pradhan resignation a victory of democracy | Jantar Mantar protest

The resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has triggered major political reactions across India, with protesters at Jantar Mantar calling it a victory for their movement. According to reports from the protest site, the atmosphere changed after the announcement, with supporters celebrating and raising slogans. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke said the resignation was only the first step, while protesters continued to demand further action, including compensation for affected families and reforms in India's examination system.

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after NEET protest pressure | CJP demands more reforms at Jantar Mantar

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned, triggering celebrations at the protest site in Delhi. Protesters described the resignation as the fulfillment of their key demand and called it a major victory for the movement. With the resignation now complete, attention is expected to shift towards broader reforms in India’s examination system, accountability measures, and the appointment of a new Education Minister.

Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns; Protesters Celebrate at Jantar Mantar | Breaking Updates 