Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Pralhad Joshi Takes Over as Education Minister
Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as the new Education Minister after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned.
Pradhan stepped down due to protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over exam paper leaks and irregularities.
The protests lasted 49 days at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
Joshi, who is currently the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy, will now take over the Education Ministry.
Pradhan's resignation was accepted by the President, as advised by the Prime Minister.
Joshi has a long political career and has held several key portfolios in the Union government.
Pralhad Joshi appointed as the new Education Minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Pradhan resigned due to protests over exam paper leaks and irregularities.
Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) lasted 49 days at Jantar Mantar, Delhi.
Joshi will handle the Education Ministry in addition to his existing portfolios.
Pradhan's resignation was accepted by the President, as advised by the Prime Minister.
- Who
- Pralhad Joshi, Dharmendra Pradhan, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- What
- Appointment of Pralhad Joshi as Education Minister following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
- When
- July 25, 2026
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- Due to protests over exam paper leaks and irregularities
Protesters' Demands
Government's Stance
Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demanded Pradhan's resignation due to exam paper leaks and irregularities.
Government's Stance
The government accepted Pradhan's resignation to address the concerns and maintain peace.
Handling of Protests
Protesters' Demands
Protesters accused the government of not addressing their concerns promptly.
Government's Stance
The government assured to meet the protesters' demands and took action by accepting Pradhan's resignation.
- Resignation Accepted
- July 25, 2026
- New Education Minister
- Pralhad Joshi
- Previous Portfolio
- Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy
- Protest Duration
- 49 days
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Protest Leaders
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- Key Demand
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
- Pradhan's Age
- 57
- Joshi's Age
- 64
- Joshi's Constituency
- Dharwad, Karnataka
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