IndiaFormer Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan received a warm welcome from BJP and NDA members in Parliament shortly after resigning from his position amid allegations of a NEET paper leak. Despite his resignation, Pradhan was greeted with chants of 'Dharmendra Pradhan zindabad' and symbolic gestures of support, including a traditional cap and shawl. This display of solidarity drew sharp criticism from the opposition, particularly the Congress party, which accused the BJP of honoring a leader involved in a major examination scandal. Meanwhile, opposition MPs protested inside Parliament, demanding accountability for alleged police actions against students during nationwide demonstrations. The debate coincided with discussions around a proposed amendment to strengthen anti-paper leak measures.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the BJP's support for Pradhan as a show of solidarity, emphasizing the positive reception he received from ruling alliance members. It highlights the opposition's criticism but does not provide balanced counterpoints or contextualize the broader political implications of Pradhan's
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