Jagdeep Dhankhar’s sudden resignation as Vice President citing health concerns has sparked mixed reactions from both government and opposition sectors. His decision to accept an opposition motion against Justice Yashwant Varma has provoked a no-confidence threat from the NDA, resulting in his swift exit. The political arena is now abuzz with discussions about his successor as Dhankhar appears isolated following the contentious move.
Political Stir in the Capital
Just days after Dhankhar’s surprising resignation, the political atmosphere seems to have returned to normalcy in New Delhi. With back-and-forth exchanges between the government and opposition on various issues, including disruptions in Parliament proceedings, there is little mourning for the former Rajya Sabha chairman’s departure. The initial resentment towards Dhankhar within government circles for endorsing motions against Justice Yashwant Varma has shifted towards speculations about his replacement as Vice President.
Opposition’s Stand and Government’s Response
While the opposition exploits Dhankhar’s exit to challenge the government, they do not appear to lament his sudden departure, leaving him politically stranded. During an informal gathering of political parties, including Rahul Gandhi, disagreements with Dhankhar surfaced due to his allegedly biased conduct during his tenure. As political matters escalate regarding electoral roll revisions in Bihar, Dhankhar’s resignation has taken a backseat during Parliament’s monsoon session, with only a few sympathetic opposition members concerned about his situation.
The NDA parties have largely remained silent about Dhankhar’s impending resignation from the Vice President’s post, except for a brief social media post by PM Narendra Modi. While government officials are seeking a new residence for Dhankhar, recent events leading to his resignation indicate that he was left with little choice but to step down amidst the looming no-confidence motion tabled by BJP and allies soon after he acknowledged the opposition’s notice against Justice Varma.
