BJP President Nitin Nabin said Pradhan had played a pivotal role in transforming India's education sector during his tenure as Union Education Minister.
"As Union Education Minister, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji played a pivotal role in reforming India's education landscape and successfully implementing the landmark National Education Policy (NEP 2020), among other initiatives," Nabin posted on X.
He said the BJP stood firmly behind Pradhan's decision to resign.
"Prioritising larger interests, his decision to step down reflects the highest standards of integrity and selfless service in public life. The party stands firmly with Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji in this decision," Nabin said.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said he had closely witnessed Pradhan's commitment to strengthening India's education system and ensuring that students remained at the centre of every decision.
"True leadership is measured over decades & @dpradhanbjp ji's journey stands as a testament to lifelong engagement with public life & student welfare," Rijiju posted on X.
"Having worked alongside him in the Union Cabinet, I have seen his sincere dedication to strengthening India's education ecosystem & keeping our millions of young students at the centre of every decision. Leading such a critical sector demands immense perseverance & he embraced it with courage & clear vision," the Parliamentary Affairs Minister added.
Thanking Pradhan for his "relentless service and commitment", Rijiju said, "I wish you the very best as you continue to serve the nation with the same conviction & sincerity!"
Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay described Pradhan's resignation as an example of the BJP's guiding principle of "Nation First, Party Next, Self Last."
"This is what we are about: Nation First, Party Next, Self Last.
Shri @dpradhanbjp ji has spent decades in public life, from the student movement to serving in key responsibilities in the Union Government," Bandi Sanjay posted on X.
"As Dharmendra Pradhan ji steps down as Union Education Minister, his decision reflects the values our organisation stands for: responsibility before position and nation before self.
Thank you, Dharmendra Pradhan ji, for your years of service and contribution.
This is the BJP. This is democracy. Nation First, always."
BJP leader Amit Malviya said Pradhan's public life had been shaped by "an unwavering commitment to students, education, and nation-building."
"Long before he assumed office, his journey was deeply rooted in student movements and youth engagement," Malviya posted on X.
"That experience gave him an enduring understanding of the aspirations, challenges and ambitions of young Indians. Throughout his public life, he remained steadfast in his belief that education is the most powerful instrument for social transformation and national progress."
Malviya said leading the Ministry of Education was among the most demanding responsibilities in government, requiring a balance between the interests of millions of students, teachers, parents and institutions while preparing the country for the future.
"Shri Dharmendra Pradhan approached this responsibility with conviction, dedication and a long-term vision. His tenure was marked by a continuous effort to strengthen India's education ecosystem, encourage meaningful reforms, and ensure that education remains central to India's developmental journey," Malviya added.
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