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The Crisis Manager: Why BJP Turned to Pralhad Joshi After Pradhan's Exit

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BJP turned to Pralhad Joshi after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, with Joshi being given additional charge of the Ministry of Education. Joshi rushed back to Delhi from Dharwad, Karnataka, to take charge of the ministry.

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The Crisis Manager: Why BJP Turned to Pralhad Joshi After Pradhan's Exit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government turned to Pralhad Joshi after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, with Joshi being given additional charge of the Ministry of Education. Joshi, who was in Dharwad, Karnataka, was informed by the government leadership that he had been given the additional charge. He immediately rushed back to Delhi, taking a 7.30 pm flight from Dharwad. Joshi's appointment as the crisis manager is seen as a move to stabilize the government and ensure a smooth transition. The decision to appoint Joshi is expected to provide a sense of stability and continuity in the government.

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