Tag: VP Dhankhar’s Resignation

Amit Shah Rejects ‘House Arrest’ Claims, Says Former VP Dhankhar Resigned Over Health Concerns

Responding to opposition claims that Dhankhar was under “house arrest,” Shah said truth should not be judged merely on political statements.

August 25, 2025

Vice Presidential Election Scheduled for September 9; Results to Be Declared Same Day

The last date for filing nominations is August 21, while the deadline for withdrawal of candidature is August 25.

August 1, 2025

President Accepts Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Resignation as Vice President; Opposition Flags ‘Political Storm’

The resignation was conveyed via a notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs under Article 67(a) of the Constitution.

July 22, 2025

PM Modi Wishes Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Good Health After Sudden Resignation

“Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji has got many opportunities to serve our country in various capacities, including as the Vice President of India. Wishing him good health,” the Prime Minister wrote.

July 22, 2025

“A Riddle Wrapped in Mystery”: Manish Tewari Seeks Clarity on Dhankhar’s Sudden Resignation

Calling the resignation “abrupt and unexplained,” Tewari added that it would be appropriate for Dhankhar to shed light on the reasons, especially since the Vice President holds the second-highest constitutional office in the country.

July 22, 2025

Baghel Calls Dhankhar’s Resignation a Sign of Looming Political Upheaval

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh also cast doubts on the official narrative, saying the resignation was "as shocking as it is unimaginable."

July 22, 2025

Nishikant Dubey Mocks Opposition’s Reaction to Dhankhar’s Resignation, Compares It to ‘Kader Khan Drama’

Dubey took to social media and posted, “Opposition is playing the role of Kader Khan in the film,” referring to the emotional theatrics often seen in Khan’s cinematic roles.

July 22, 2025

“Far Deeper Reasons”: Jairam Ramesh Suggests Political Undercurrents Behind VP Dhankhar’s Resignation

Praising Dhankhar’s tenure, Ramesh said he made efforts to uphold institutional norms and maintain dialogue with the Opposition — rare traits in the current political climate.

July 22, 2025

Congress Alleges Government Pressure Behind VP Dhankhar’s Resignation, Questions Timing and Intent

Calling it an unprecedented event, Dangi said, “I believe this is the first time in India’s history that a Vice President has resigned of his own accord. It reflects how the government wants to arbitrarily control every institution.”

July 22, 2025

Kapil Sibal Lauds VP Dhankhar After Resignation: “One of Rajya Sabha’s Most Proactive Chairmen”

“Whenever I needed time to speak in the House, he never refused me. In fact, he gave me more time than usually allotted to independent MPs,” Sibal said.

July 22, 2025