Joshi Takes Education Charge Amid Paper Leak Controversy
After Dharmendra Pradhan resigned, Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs and Food & Public Distribution, was given additional charge of the Education Ministry. Joshi rushed to Delhi from Karnataka, taking charge on Sunday and immediately called a meeting with National Testing Agency officials amid a paper leak controversy. His appointment underscores the BJP's faith in him, given his long-standing political career and conflict resolution skills.
26 JUL 2026
— Al Jazeera
Pralhad Joshi was appointed India's education minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation due to protests over a NEET exam leak.
28 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Rahul Gandhi criticized Pralhad Joshi's appointment as Education Minister, citing his past defense of the early release of rapists.
4 AUG 2026
— BBC
India's education minister resigned due to protests over exam leaks, prompting Prime Minister Modi to implement reforms but youth unemployment remains a significant challenge.
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