Viral Pic: Paper Leak Once Made Him a Hero, Now It Puts Him Under Fire

Article by Satya Published on: 10:26 pm, 22 July 2026

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is facing heavy criticism over the NEET paper leak issue. Interestingly, many are now recalling his student leader days in Odisha.

Around three decades ago, Pradhan actively protested against a paper leak in a state recruitment exam. As an ABVP leader, he led large student protests demanding strict action. During one protest, police lathi charged the students and Pradhan was seriously injured. Despite the attack, he continued the movement.

That protest helped build his image as a strong student leader and later became an important part of his political journey.

Now, as the Union Education Minister, Pradhan is facing questions over another major paper leak controversy. The contrast between his past role as a protester and his current position has become a major talking point in political circles.