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CJI backs student protest demanding Odisha minister's resignation over textbook error
✍️ orissapost.com
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 04:17 AM
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The Chief Justice of India has expressed support for students protesting against a textbook mistake, urging the resignation of an Odisha minister responsible for the oversight.
New Delhi – The Chief Justice of India (CJI) publicly endorsed a student-led agitation in Odisha that calls for the resignation of a state minister over a factual error in school textbooks. The students, representing several schools, allege that the minister's department failed to ensure accurate content, leading to misinformation in classrooms.
In a statement released on the Supreme Court's official platform, the CJI emphasized the importance of educational integrity and urged swift corrective action. He highlighted that textbook accuracy is a constitutional responsibility, and any lapse undermines the right to quality education.
The protest, which began earlier this week, has gathered significant media attention across the state. While the minister has not yet responded, opposition parties have echoed the students' demand, calling for accountability and a thorough review of the textbook approval process.
Education officials in Odisha have announced a committee to investigate the alleged error and to recommend remedial measures. The CJI's backing adds pressure on the state government to act promptly, signaling a rare instance of judicial endorsement of a civic protest.
The situation remains fluid, with further developments expected as the investigation proceeds and the students continue their campaign for a transparent resolution.
In a statement released on the Supreme Court's official platform, the CJI emphasized the importance of educational integrity and urged swift corrective action. He highlighted that textbook accuracy is a constitutional responsibility, and any lapse undermines the right to quality education.
The protest, which began earlier this week, has gathered significant media attention across the state. While the minister has not yet responded, opposition parties have echoed the students' demand, calling for accountability and a thorough review of the textbook approval process.
Education officials in Odisha have announced a committee to investigate the alleged error and to recommend remedial measures. The CJI's backing adds pressure on the state government to act promptly, signaling a rare instance of judicial endorsement of a civic protest.
The situation remains fluid, with further developments expected as the investigation proceeds and the students continue their campaign for a transparent resolution.