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Who is Pralhad Joshi?

Pralhad Joshi

About Pralhad Joshi

Who is Pralhad Joshi?

Pralhad Joshi is an Indian politician and leader of Bharatiya Janata Party. He is currently serving as the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New and Renewable Energy in the NDA government.
 
In the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections, he won for the fifth time in a row in the Dharwad Lok Sabha Constituency by defeating his Congress opponent Vinod Asuti by margin of 97,324 votes.

Education and Profession
 
Joshi has a degree of B.A. from K.S. Arts College, Hubli and Karnataka University, Dharwad, Karnataka.
 
He is an industrialist by profession according to his affidavit.
 
Political Journey
 
1995 - 1998: President, BJP,
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Latest Updates on Pralhad Joshi

India's RE capacity addition doubled to 15 GW in Apr-Nov: Pralhad Joshi

At present, India's total installed capacity of the non-fossil fuel sector has touched 214 GW, over 14 per cent increase compared to the same month last year

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Updated On : 17 Dec 2024 | 1:34 PM IST

Cong should understand blaming EVMs won't help, says Pralhad Joshi

It cannot be that the Congress celebrates its win in polls held through the machines and then raises questions on their reliability when it loses, Joshi said

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Updated On : 16 Dec 2024 | 2:34 PM IST

Amit Shah, Mallikarjun Kharge remember Pranab Mukherjee on his birth anniv

Amit Shah emphasised Mukherjee's profound impact as the President of India, describing how he transformed the role of the presidency

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Updated On : 11 Dec 2024 | 10:09 AM IST

E-comm firms must ensure transparency, trust: Pralhad Joshi at Amazon event

The future of e-commerce in India is bright, inclusive and transformative, the minister said emphasising the sheer size, and potential of India market, Union minister added

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Updated On : 10 Dec 2024 | 1:40 PM IST

Govt launches 'Anna Chakra' platform to optimise PDS supply chain

Developed in partnership with the World Food Programme and IIT-Delhi, the system leverages advanced algorithms to optimize foodgrain movement across the country's logistics network

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Updated On : 05 Dec 2024 | 10:05 PM IST

Govt has no plan to hike margins for ration shop dealers: Pralhad Joshi

Joshi said that while the government has set specific margin rates, state governments retain the flexibility to determine actual rates

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Updated On : 27 Nov 2024 | 2:56 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi issues public apology for remarks on Justice Michael D'Cunha

The report alleged that the then BJP led government purchased Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits at inflated prices

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Updated On : 22 Nov 2024 | 9:02 AM IST

Govt to set up R&D centre for manufacturing of RE components: Pralhad Joshi

More than 200 parts or components (over 50 per cent of total parts) required to develop electrolysers are being imported from other countries, Joshi said

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Updated On : 16 Nov 2024 | 7:33 AM IST

Govt mulling task force to push for 500 GW renewable energy capacity target

The minister for new and renewable energy has also urged industry players and stakeholders to devise strategies which would help the country meet the target in a time-bound manner

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Updated On : 15 Nov 2024 | 2:41 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi targets Justice Michael D'Cunha over Covid panel report

The John Michael D'Cunha Commission report has recommended prosecution of the then Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa

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Updated On : 11 Nov 2024 | 9:43 AM IST

Pralhad Joshi stresses on increasing solar projects efficiency, reduce cost

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday stressed increasing the efficiency of solar projects, reducing cost and developing energy storage solutions.

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Updated On : 05 Nov 2024 | 4:26 PM IST

Global solar investments set to reach $500 bn this year: Pralhad Joshi

Last month, he informed, India reached an impressive 90 GW of installed solar capacity, moving steadily forward towards its broader goal of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030

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Updated On : 04 Nov 2024 | 11:48 AM IST

Joshi attacks Cong over Shakti scheme, says promises made only for votes

This comes after Congress National President meted out advice to the Congress units headed for polls cautioning them to announce guarantees on the basis of their budget

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Updated On : 01 Nov 2024 | 3:06 PM IST

Centre expands 'Bharat' brand to chana whole and masur dal in Phase II

The Bharat brand provides kitchen staples at subsidised rates. It was launched as a part of the govt's broader aim to make essential goods more affordable for middle-class consumers

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Updated On : 23 Oct 2024 | 4:30 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi's brother, sister booked; Congress demands dismissal

The complaint was filed by Sunita Chavan, wife of former Nagthana MLA Devavand Phool Singh Chavan, who lost the 2023 Assembly election

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Updated On : 18 Oct 2024 | 1:33 PM IST

Ratan Tata stood as a tall mentor and guide for us all: CII President Puri

Tata, who is credited with transforming the Tata Group into a globally renowned conglomerate, died at the age of 86 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday night

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 5:08 PM IST

Pralhad Joshi, German Vice-Chancellor discuss cooperation in RE sector

The minister met Habeck, who is also the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, on the sidelines of the Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC) in Berlin

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Updated On : 09 Oct 2024 | 8:00 PM IST

Power generation increases 86% to 360 bn units in 10 yrs: Minister Joshi

The minister for new and renewable energy made the remarks while addressing the ongoing 'Hamburg Sustainability Conference' in Germany

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Updated On : 07 Oct 2024 | 9:35 PM IST

Govt mulling to increase ethanol price, sugar MSP: Food Minister Joshi

Joshi said the proposal on hiking the ethanol price is under consideration of the government. The petroleum ministry is looking into the matter

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Updated On : 26 Sep 2024 | 5:44 PM IST

Will talk to states to iron out challenges in RE sector: Pralhad Joshi

He said through his outreach, he would also amplify the two flagship schemes of MNRE - PM Suryaghar Yojana and PM-KUSUM - which require support of State governments' machinery

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Updated On : 17 Sep 2024 | 11:58 PM IST