Multi-source·Jul 26, 2026·2 sources analyzed
India appoints Pralhad Joshi as new education minister
Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as India's education minister following protests related to exam scandals. His selection comes as the government seeks to address concerns in the education sector. (sources: aljazeera, reuters)
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Pralhad Joshi has been named the new education minister amid ongoing protests over issues in the exam system. The government is also forming a panel to reform the examination process.
- Joshi has been a cabinet member since 2019 and is associated with Prime Minister Modi.
- The appointment follows weeks of protests regarding exam scandals.
- A panel has been announced to overhaul the exam system.
Why it matters
The changes in the education ministry aim to address public concerns and improve the integrity of the examination process in India.