Congress leaders have criticized the deep-rooted rot in India's education system, calling the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan only the beginning of necessary changes. The party's statement highlights growing frustration among youth over systemic failures, with former Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav expressing concern over the government's approach to addressing the issue. Yadav argued that merely passing a law to establish fast-track courts for education-related grievances "insults" the righteous anger of students who have taken to the streets in recent months.
The Congress party emphasized that structural reforms are essential to address the crisis, rather than relying on superficial legal measures. This comes amid widespread protests across the country, with students demanding better infrastructure, teacher training, and curriculum reforms. The party's remarks reflect a broader political debate on how to tackle educational inequality and bureaucratic inertia.
The resignation of Pradhan has been seen as a symbolic gesture, but critics argue it does not address the systemic challenges facing the education sector. As protests continue, the government faces mounting pressure to deliver concrete solutions. (thehindu.com)
