Pralhad Joshi Takes Charge as New Education Minister
Pralhad Joshi has officially taken on the role of Minister of Education, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan, who resigned amid a controversy surrounding the NEET UG paper leak. Joshi, who also manages the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, has pledged to fulfill the expectations of the government and the nation in the education sector. His appointment comes at a critical time as he faces significant responsibilities in advancing educational policies and reforms. Learn more about Joshi's background and his commitment to serving in this new capacity.
Jul 26, 2026, 15:25 IST
New Responsibilities for Pralhad Joshi
On Sunday, Pralhad Joshi officially assumed the role of Minister of Education. Following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, President Droupadi Murmu appointed Joshi to this additional position based on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recommendation. He will now oversee the Ministry of Education alongside his current responsibilities in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. Joshi arrived at the ministry to take on his new duties just a day after the presidential order was issued.
Commitment to Serve with Integrity
After taking on the education minister role, Pralhad Joshi expressed his determination to meet the trust placed in him by Prime Minister Modi. He emphasized that his top priority would be to fulfill the expectations of the government and the nation in the education sector, pledging to work with humility, integrity, and responsibility.
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on Saturday amid the NEET UG paper leak controversy and rising student unrest across the country. Students, led by the 'Cockroach Public Party', had been demanding his resignation. In his resignation statement, Pradhan mentioned that this was not a matter of personal prestige for him and expressed his distress over recent events. He also thanked Prime Minister Modi for his guidance and highlighted the achievements of the government over the past 12 years.
Who is Pralhad Joshi?
Pralhad Joshi has been serving in the central government as the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution. He is a five-time MP from the Dharwad constituency in Karnataka and comes from a background associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Joshi is regarded as a close and trusted leader of Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. He now holds significant responsibilities for advancing major policy decisions and reforms related to the Ministry of Education.