New Delhi — Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has been given additional charge of the Ministry of Education following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. He has formally assumed office as Education Minister while continuing to handle his existing portfolios. President Droupadi Murmu accepted Pradhan’s resignation with immediate effect on July 25, 2026, on the advice of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Pralhad Joshi Assumes Education Ministry After taking charge, Joshi posted on X: “Today, I have assumed charge as Union Education Minister. I am grateful to Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi for reposing trust in me and assigning this responsibility. I accept it with humility and a deep sense of duty.” Joshi currently holds charge of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The Education Ministry has now been added to his responsibilities. About Pralhad Joshi Born: November 27, 1962 in Vijayapura, Karnataka, in a middle-class family Known for early interest in social work and public issues. He was active in student politics and community matters during his college years. Political Journey 1995-1998: BJP District President, Dharwad 1998-2003: BJP District General Secretary, Dharwad First elected as MP from Dharwad Lok Sabha seat in 2004, defeating Congress candidate B.S. Patil Has won 5 consecutive terms from Dharwad Ministerial Roles May 30, 2019: Inducted into Union Cabinet in PM Modi’s second term as Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Later handled the Coal Ministry as well In Modi government’s third term: Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy July 2026: Given additional charge of Ministry of Education With the new responsibility, Joshi’s portfolio has expanded significantly. Post navigation Pralhad Joshi Given Additional Charge of Education Ministry After Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns
