Pralhad Joshi gets Education Ministry after Pradhan quits amid 36-day protest
- Posted on July 25, 2026
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In brief
In a significant ministerial reshuffle, Pralhad Joshi has assumed additional responsibilities as Education Minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's unexpected departure. Pradhan's resignation came after mounting pressure from a 36-day protest campaign, with concerns about protecting national interests cited as the primary reason. Joshi, who previously managed Consumer Affairs and New Energy portfolios, now takes helm of India's education sector during a critical period of policy development and institutional reform.
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Pralhad Joshi gets Education Ministry after Pradhan quits amid 36-day protest
Pralhad Joshi received additional charge of the Education Ministry on Saturday. This change followed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation after a protest. The President accepted Pradhan's resignation on Prime Minister Modi's advice. Joshi already holds portfolios for Consumer Affairs and New Energy. Pradhan cited preventing exploitation by anti-national forces for his decision.
