Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, praising his contributions to promoting sustainable living and strengthening consumer welfare.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Best wishes to Shri Pralhad Joshi Ji on his birthday. His efforts to boost sustainable living by focusing on renewable energy are admirable. He is actively engaged in protecting consumer rights as well as ensuring food security for our people. Praying for his long and healthy life.”
Responding to the greeting, Joshi expressed his gratitude. “Thank you, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, for your warm birthday wishes. I am deeply grateful for your guidance and inspiration, which continue to motivate me to serve the nation with greater dedication,” he posted on X.
Pralhad Joshi, born on November 27, 1962, in Bijapur (now Vijayapura) in the erstwhile Mysore State (now Karnataka), has been elected to the Lok Sabha five times—in 2004, 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024.
Several senior leaders also extended birthday greetings to the Union Minister.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on X, “Warm birthday wishes to Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi Ji. Your dedicated efforts in advancing welfare initiatives are rapidly fulfilling the vision of PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji to ensure food security for every household. Praying for your long and healthy life.”
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also conveyed his wishes, “Birthday greetings to Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi Ji. He is doing commendable work to boost sustainable growth through renewable energy. May he be blessed with good health and long life.”
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, “Heartfelt birthday wishes to my colleague in the Union Cabinet, Shri Pralhad Joshi. I pray for your excellent health, long life, and happiness.”
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended greetings. “Heartfelt birthday wishes to Pralhad Joshi Ji, a senior and dedicated member of the BJP family and an honourable Union Minister. Your commitment to the organisation, dedication to public service, and active role in nation-building are truly commendable. I pray to Lord Shri Ram for your good health and long life,” he said.
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Seth said, “Heartfelt birthday greetings to the honourable Union Minister and Member of Parliament from Dharwad, Pralhad Joshi Ji. I pray to God for your good health and long life.”