The Times of India

Who is Pralhad Joshi, the new education minister? A look at his education, career and political journey

Pralhad Joshi has assumed additional charge as Union education minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy. A five-time MP from Karnataka, Joshi holds a bachelor's degree from Shri Kadasiddheshwar Arts College, Hubballi. He now faces the task of steering examination reforms, strengthening the National Education Policy's implementation and rebuilding trust in India's education system.