Delhi, July 25: For Dharmendra Pradhan, Education was not merely a Ministry rather it was the most effective medium of nation-building, said Puri MP Sambit Patra on Saturday.

Underlining the milestones of education in India, achieved during the tenure of Dharmendra Pradhan as the Union Education Minister, Patra said Pradhan has devoted his energy towards educational reforms with a resolve that nation-building begins from classrooms.

Taking to X Patra wrote, “The entire public life of the esteemed Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji has been spent among the youth and students. His journey from student movements to becoming the country's Education Minister is proof that for him, education has not been merely a ministry, but the most effective medium for nation-building.He has always expressed the belief that India's future depends on its youthful strength and education system. With this very conviction, he has continuously worked in the field of education and devoted his energy towards reforms.”

The post also read, “Your service, dedication, and commitment to the field of education in the politics of the entire country, including Odisha, have been truly commendable. Criticism and challenges are always present in public life, but any individual's evaluation should be based on their long-term contributions. Today, as he moves forward from the position of Education Minister, I express my gratitude for his efforts and dedication.”

"Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji, heartfelt thanks for your long-term commitment to the field of education, your dedication towards students, and your invaluable contribution to nation-building. Many best wishes for your future public life. The entire public life of the esteemed Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji has remained connected with the youth and students. Starting from student movements up to becoming the country's Education Minister, his journey is proof that, for him, education is not just a ministry, but also the most powerful medium for nation-building.He has always expressed this belief that India's future depends on its youth power and education system. Based on this line of thinking, he has continuously worked in the field of education and dedicated his strength and commitment towards educational reforms. Your service, your loyalty, and your dedication to the field of education in the politics of Odisha as well as the entire country are certainly praiseworthy. Criticism and challenges always persist in public life, but it is appropriate to evaluate any individual based on their long-term contributions. Esteemed Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji, thank you for your long-term commitment to the field of education, your dedication towards students, and your invaluable contribution to nation-building. Many, many best wishes for your upcoming public life”, the post added.

आदरणीय श्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान जी का पूरा सार्वजनिक जीवन युवाओं और विद्यार्थियों के बीच बीता है। छात्र आंदोलनों से लेकर देश के शिक्षा मंत्री तक की उनकी यात्रा इस बात का प्रमाण है कि शिक्षा उनके लिए केवल एक मंत्रालय नहीं, बल्कि राष्ट्र निर्माण का सबसे प्रभावी माध्यम रही है।… https://t.co/mQDPlN69b0

— Sambit Patra (@sambitswaraj) July 25, 2026