Pralhad Joshi Appointed India's Education Minister After NEET Scandal Forces Predecessor's Resignation

Pralhad Joshi took charge as India's education minister on July 26, 2026, after Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following weeks of protests over the NEET medical entrance exam scandal. Joshi, a five-term BJP parliamentarian and cabinet member since 2019, will retain his existing portfolios in renewable energy and consumer affairs alongside education.