PM Modi and BJP chief JP Nadda will select the NDA’s Vice Presidential candidate on Tuesday. The decision follows a high-level meeting of NDA leaders held in the national capital on Thursday.
NDA Leaders Authorise PM Modi and JP Nadda
Chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the meeting saw NDA leaders unanimously authorise PM Modi and JP Nadda to choose the nominee.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju briefed the media, stating that the candidate selected by the Prime Minister and the BJP President would have the consensus and full support of all NDA partners.
Amit Shah, Shrikant Shinde, Chirag Paswan, Lavu Krishna Devarayalu, and Ramdas Athawale attended the meeting.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde announced unconditional support for the BJP’s candidate on Wednesday.
Candidate Announcement Expected Before Nomination Deadline
The NDA will officially announce its Vice Presidential candidate on Tuesday, ahead of the August 21 nomination deadline.
The election, scheduled for September 9, became necessary after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post midway through his term, citing medical reasons.
His resignation has sparked speculation about possible tensions with the government.
The NDA will officially announce its Vice Presidential candidate on Tuesday, ahead of the August 21 nomination deadline.
With a clear majority in Parliament, the NDA is well-positioned to ensure the victory of its chosen candidate.
The Vice President also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, a role that carries substantial political influence and legislative importance.
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