The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Thursday unanimously authorised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President JP Nadda to select the coalition’s candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, set for 9 September.
The decision was made during a meeting of the NDA parliamentary party floor leaders. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the meeting, which saw participation from key figures including Home Minister Amit Shah and Health Minister Nadda, who also serves as Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju briefed the media after the meeting.
“At the meeting chaired by Rajnath Singh ji, all senior NDA leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah and JP Nadda ji, were present. It was unanimously decided that the Prime Minister and JP Nadda ji have been authorised to decide on the NDA’s candidate for Vice President. The decision taken by them will be acceptable to all NDA constituents,” he stated.
The Election Commission of India has issued the notification for the Vice Presidential election. The nomination process began on Thursday. The last date for filing nominations is 21 August. Polling and counting of votes will be held on 9 September.
The NDA holds a majority in the electoral college, which comprises members of both Houses of Parliament. This gives it a decisive edge in determining the outcome of the Vice Presidential election.
The post fell vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on 21 July, citing health reasons.
In his resignation letter, he stated: “To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately.”
His resignation came on the opening day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
Several NDA allies, including JD-U, Shiv Sena, Apna Dal and others, have already extended unconditional support to the BJP for the Vice President’s election.
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