Jagdeep Dhankhar’s sudden resignation as Vice President, citing health reasons, has stirred reactions within government and opposition circles. His decision to support an opposition motion against Justice Yashwant Varma led to threats of a no-confidence vote from the NDA, resulting in his swift departure. Speculation now centers on his successor, as Dhankhar finds himself in a precarious position following the controversial move.
In New Delhi, just days after Dhankhar’s surprising exit, the political arena seems to have settled back into its routine. Debates between the government and opposition on various issues with disruptions in Parliament proceedings have resumed, with few expressing regret over the departure of the former Rajya Sabha chairperson. The government’s initial displeasure at Dhankhar for backing opposition motions against Justice Varma has shifted to concerns over his replacement as Vice President. While the opposition seizes on the incident to challenge the government, there is little lament for his sudden resignation, leaving Dhankhar at a political crossroads.
During an informal gathering of INDIA bloc parties, there were reports of interactions where Rahul Gandhi and other attendees confronted Dhankhar over his alleged contentious behavior during his tenure. Whispers of electoral roll revisions in Bihar dominate discussions, relegating the resignation saga of the former VP to a lower priority during Parliament’s monsoon session, although some opposition members show sympathy towards him.
