Delhi: With the sudden resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, political speculation has begun over who will succeed him. Among the names being floated is that of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Reacting to the growing buzz, BJP MLA Haribhushan Thakur said, “He (Dhankhar) resigned due to health reasons—there’s no doubt about that. But if Nitish Kumar takes over as Vice President, the people of Bihar will be happy.”
Vice President Likely to Be Chosen with Bihar Elections in Mind: Congress Leader
Congress leader and former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat also hinted at deeper political motives behind the resignation. “The abruptness of Dhankhar Ji’s resignation and its timing raise many questions. The reason behind it is significant, and only the Prime Minister or Jagdeep Dhankhar himself can clarify it,” he said.
Rawat further suggested that the choice of the next Vice President might be influenced by the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, indicating a strategic political move.
