YSRCP Demands Nara Lokesh Resign Amid DSC Exam Scandal, Threatens Protests

On Saturday, the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) raised the volume on a controversy that’s been simmering in Andhra Pradesh for weeks – the District Selection Committee (DSC) exam appears to be riddled with flaws, from a leaked question paper to questionable recruitment steps.

Talari Rangaiah, a former MP and senior YSRCP figure, told reporters that the Education Minister, Nara Lokesh, should “immediately quit office” and take moral responsibility for what he described as “large‑scale irregularities.” He added, almost as an after‑thought, that the party would mobilise students and youth if the minister refuses to step aside.

Rangaiah drew a parallel with the recent resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who stepped down after the NEET paper leak sparked a nationwide uproar. “If the central government can act swiftly, why can’t Andhra Pradesh?” he asked, his tone mixing impatience with a hint of exasperation.

The accusations go beyond a single paper leak. According to the YSRCP, the entire DSC process – drafting the question set, safeguarding it, and the final recruitment of candidates – was compromised. The party claims that the irregularities have directly hurt aspirants, many of whom now doubt the fairness of the system.

“If the government cannot conduct even one examination without a hitch, it reflects deep inefficiency,” Rangaiah said, his voice dropping for emphasis. “The impact of such corrupt practices will be felt by generations to come.”

In an effort to contrast the current scenario with past achievements, Rangaiah highlighted that Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s administration had previously overseen the recruitment of Village and Ward Secretaries in a “fair and transparent manner,” without any complaints. “Now, the coalition government can’t even manage a district‑level exam,” he added, underlining what he sees as a stark decline.

The YSRCP’s demand is clear: Nara Lokesh must resign, or the party will launch an agitation involving students, youth groups, and possibly broader civil society. Whether the ministry will bow to the pressure remains to be seen, but the political heat around the DSC scandal is undeniably rising.

For now, the Education Department has not issued a formal response, and the DSC examination schedule hangs in limbo as the controversy continues to unfold.