Name:
Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi,
Minister of New & Renewable Energy, Govt. of India
In This Position Since:
June 2024
Also serves as,
Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
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Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Bio:
Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, born in Karnataka, entered politics in 1992, transitioning from an industrialist to a politician, and became actively involved in the Save Kashmir movement. He was elected as the BJP Dharwad district president before winning the Dharwad constituency in the 14th Lok Sabha elections in 2004. Joshi successfully retained his seat in 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024.
Positions held in the past:
- 2019, Union Cabinet Minister, Parliamentary Affairs; Coal; and Mines
- 2018, Member, Committee on Privileges
- 2015, Member, General Purposes Committee
- 2014, Member, Committee on Ethics
- 2014, Chairperson, Standing Committee on Petroleum and Natural Gas
- 2009, Member, Standing Committees for Railways
- 2007, Transport, Tourism & Culture
- 2006, Chemicals & Fertilizers
Education:
B.A. from K.S. Arts College, Hubli, and Karnataka University, Dharwad.
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About The Ministry:
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is dedicated to advancing new and renewable energy to enhance the country’s energy security. MNRE’s initiatives cover all aspects of renewable energy, contributing to the sustainable energy requirements of the country.
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