Jagdeep Dhankhar’s sudden resignation as Vice President, citing health reasons, has stirred mixed reactions from the government and opposition circles. His decision to accept an opposition motion against Justice Yashwant Varma led to tensions and ultimately his swift exit. Now, attention shifts to his successor, leaving Dhankhar on the outs after the controversial move.
In New Delhi, just days after Dhankhar’s resignation, the political landscape seems to have returned to normalcy. Amidst the usual back-and-forth between the government and opposition on various issues, there is little mourning for the former Rajya Sabha chairman. The government’s initial displeasure with him over the acceptance of opposition motions against Justice Varma has given way to speculation on his replacement as Vice President. Meanwhile, the opposition, while using the situation to challenge the government, shows little regret for his abrupt departure, leaving Dhankhar politically adrift.
During an informal meeting of INDIA bloc parties, Rahul Gandhi and others reportedly confronted Dhankhar, accusing him of bias during his tenure. Despite ongoing concerns over electoral roll revisions in Bihar, Dhankhar appears to be a low priority for the Parliament’s upcoming session, with only a few sympathetic opposition members.
The NDA parties have largely remained silent on Dhankhar’s impending departure. Government officials are already looking for a new residence for Dhankhar, indicating the events leading up to his resignation left him with no alternative. The BJP and allies were preparing a no-confidence motion against him following his acceptance of the opposition’s notice against Justice Varma. Government members expressed frustration at what they saw as betrayal, gathering signatures for the motion in retaliation. Sources revealed that Dhankhar received a stark message from the RS secretariat, leading to his abrupt resignation.
