Archive · 26 Jul 2025
BJP to Prioritize Experience in Selecting Next Vice President
India is preparing for the next vice president election.
The party in power has a strong advantage in the voting group.
The party is discussing who to choose.
They are likely to pick someone experienced and connected to the party.
This is because the current vice president caused some disagreements.
The Election Commission is managing the election and has named officials to oversee the process.
The opposition will also be contesting.
Election Commission initiated the process for the next vice president election.
The ruling NDA holds a clear majority in the electoral college.
BJP is expected to prioritize experienced candidates with strong party ties.
Jagdeep Dhankhar's tenure as VP was marked by disagreements within the ruling alliance.
Opposition parties intend to contest the election.
- Who
- The Election Commission, BJP-led NDA, potential candidates like Harivansh.
- What
- The Election Commission has initiated the process for the next vice president election.
- When
- The Election Commission made the announcement on Friday.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To elect the next Vice President, a key position in the government.
Dhankhar's Impact
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Displeasure within the ruling alliance regarding Dhankhar's style
Dhankhar's Impact
Dhankhar's outspokenness and actions caused dismay in the ruling alliance.
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- Electoral College Strength
- NDA has a clear majority (approx. 425 out of 782 MPs)
- Returning Officer
- P.C. Mody (appointed by EC)
- Key Consideration
- Upcoming state elections in Bihar and other states
- Current VP
- Jagdeep Dhankhar (resigned)
- Potential Candidate
- Harivansh
