Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:30am on 22 Jul 2025,Tuesday Politics
Following Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s unexpected resignation citing health reasons, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Singh has emerged as a leading contender for the post. Singh, a Janata Dal (United) MP, is seen as a trusted NDA ally and a non-controversial choice. The BJP-led NDA is expected to announce its nominee soon. The Constitution mandates a swift election to fill the vacancy. Dhankhar’s departure surprised many on Parliament’s monsoon session opening day. Other names under consideration reportedly include senior Union ministers or state governors. Dhankhar’s tenure was marked by frequent clashes with opposition MPs during heated parliamentary sessions. (PC: HT)
