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Inauguration of 4-Lane NH-67 Bypass, Hubballi – March 12, 2025 • Pralhad Joshi chairs National Energy Review Meeting in New Delhi • 500 New Govt Schools inaugurated across Dharwad constituency • Smart City Mission Phase-III launches across Karnataka with ₹2,200 Cr allocation • Inauguration of 4-Lane NH-67 Bypass, Hubballi – March 12, 2025 • Pralhad Joshi chairs National Energy Review Meeting in New Delhi • 500 New Govt Schools inaugurated across Dharwad constituency • Smart City Mission Phase-III launches across Karnataka with ₹2,200 Cr allocation
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Member of Parliament · Dharwad · Karnataka

Pralhad
Joshi

Union Cabinet Minister for New & Renewable Energy
and Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India

Development for all, progress for every citizen — building a stronger India together, one constituency at a time.

Know More → Development Work
28+
Years in Public Service
Since 1996 · 5 Terms as MP
1,240+
Projects Completed
Roads, Schools, Hospitals & More
3.2M+
Citizens Benefited
Across Dharwad constituency
₹18K Cr
Investment Secured
For Karnataka Development
Pralhad Joshi
Union Cabinet Minister · Bharatiya Janata Party
About the Leader

Dedicated to the
Progress of Every Citizen

Shri Pralhad Joshi is a distinguished Indian politician who has been serving as the Union Cabinet Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Minister of New and Renewable Energy since June 9, 2024. As a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a Member of Parliament from the Dharwad constituency in Karnataka, Shri Joshi has played a crucial role in shaping India's legislative and policy landscape.

5-Term MP Renewable Energy Parliamentary Affairs Karnataka Senior BJP Leader
Education B.Sc, LLB · Karnatak University, Dharwad
Current Portfolio New & Renewable Energy, Govt. of India
Parliamentary Affairs Led as Minister 2019-2024
Elected 5 Times Dharwad constituency since 1996
Development Work

Building a Better
Dharwad & Karnataka

Transforming the constituency through sustained investment in critical infrastructure and public services.

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30%
Infrastructure
Major emphasis on road expansion, railway upgrades, urban development, and connectivity projects. Infrastructure forms the backbone of economic growth and receives the largest share due to its long-term impact.
Completion30%
15%
Energy & Power
Investment in electricity distribution, power reliability, and renewable energy initiatives such as solar projects to ensure sustainable energy access.
Completion15%
12%
Education
Development of schools, colleges, skill centers, and digital learning facilities to enhance youth employability and academic standards.
Completion12%
1,200 MW
Renewable Energy Projects
Solar parks, wind energy installations and green power corridors established across north Karnataka.
Completion78%
90%
Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection means protecting the rights of people who buy goods or services. It ensures that consumers are treated fairly and are safe from fraud, defective products, unfair trade practices, and misleading advertisements.
Completion90%
67%
Food Subsidy & Welfare Schemes
Food Subsidy & Welfare Schemes are government programs that help poor and vulnerable people get essential food grains at very low prices. These schemes ensure food security so that every citizen has access to basic nutrition.
Fund Utilization67%
Latest News

Recent Highlights &
Press Coverage

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Energy
March 1, 2025
India Targets 500 GW Renewable Energy by 2030 — Pralhad Joshi Outlines National Action Plan
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi laid out a comprehensive roadmap for achieving India's renewable energy targets, announcing new solar and wind energy corridors across 12 states during the National Energy Summit 2025.
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Infrastructure
February 22, 2025
NH-67 Four-Lane Project Inaugurated in Dharwad — Connects 14 Talukas
A landmark highway project spanning 142 km was inaugurated, significantly reducing travel time and boosting trade connectivity.
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Recognition
February 14, 2025
Named in TIME 100 Most Powerful Climate Leaders:
In November 2025, reports indicated that Pralhad Joshi was named as one of the TIME 100 most powerful climate leaders, becoming the first Indian minister to be included in this list. This was in recognition of India's commitment to green energy and reducing fossil fuels.
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Events

Recent Programmes & Events

9
OCT
Windergy India 2025
Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India. October 9 2026
Technology Summit
12
SEP
1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference
Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi, India Sept 12 2025
Policy Conference
12
NOV
International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2025)
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi November 12 2025
Global Summit
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Citizen Services

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Grievance or
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New Delhi Office
Room 234, Parliament Annexe, New Delhi – 110001
Helpline Number
+91-1234567890 (Mon–Sat, 10 AM – 5 PM)
Email Address
Pralhadvjoshi@gmail.com
Constituency Office
BJP Office, P.B. Road, Dharwad – 580001, Karnataka
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