# Pralhad Joshi

Type: Person

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## Timeline

- **2026-07-25**: Pralhad Joshi takes additional charge as Education Minister — President Droupadi Murmu accepts Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation and assigns the Ministry of Education portfolio to Pralhad Joshi, in addition to his existing roles, with immediate effect.
- **2026-06**: Nationwide student protests over NEET paper leak begin — Students and opposition parties launch sustained protests demanding accountability and reforms in the examination system, citing allegations of a question paper leak.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### EdTech Braces as 5-Time MP Pralhad Joshi Takes Education Ministry Charge
2026-08-09 19:59:53 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 3

Pralhad Joshi's surprise appointment as India's Education Minister after student protests signals potential shifts in examination policy, digital infrastructure, and regulatory oversight—key areas for edtech players. The crisis could accelerate adoption of secure digital testing solutions but also invite tighter industry regulations.
Full story: https://getedtechbrief.com/story/edtech-braces-pralhad-joshi-education-ministry

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