🚨 Who’s the Big Name for India’s Next Vice‑President After Dhankhar’s Exit? 🚨
- MediaFx
- Jul 22
- 2 min read
TL;DR: After Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on July 21, 2025, citing health reasons, the BJP-led NDA is scrambling to finalize a solid, non-controversial candidate for the Vice‑President's post. Names like JD(U)’s Harivansh Singh — the current Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman — along with governors like Arif Mohammad Khan or seasoned leaders like Haribhau Bagade are doing the rounds. The election must be completed within 60 days, likely by mid-September. 🗳️
🔍 What Just Happened?
• On July 21, 2025, Vice‑President Jagdeep Dhankhar stepped down due to health concerns 😷 — he was hospitalised earlier this year and fainted in June 💉, so this move has stunned the Parliament 🏛️.
• This is the first time in Indian history a Vice‑President has resigned before completing term 😲📜.
🏛️ What’s the Constitution Say?
• As per the Indian Constitution 📖, a new VP election must be held within 60 days — so before September 19, 2025 📆.
• Till then, Harivansh Narayan Singh, the current Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman, will preside over the House 🧑⚖️🪑.
🎤 Who’s Being Considered?
Top Picks Floating Around BJP HQ:
👉 Harivansh Singh (JD(U)) – Known face in Rajya Sabha 🌐, clean track record ✅, and already handles House affairs smoothly 🎤.
👉 Arif Mohammad Khan – Current Kerala Governor 🌴, known for his progressive views 📚, and could send a positive signal with minority representation ✨.
👉 Haribhau Bagade – Senior BJP leader from Maharashtra 💪, with legislative experience and loyal image 🧓.
👉 Other BJP names also under radar 👀, possibly governors or ministers, depending on who ticks political boxes 🎯.
🔥 Wildcard entry: Shashi Tharoor? – Some circles buzzing with this idea 📢, though highly unlikely unless there’s a big surprise twist 🎲.
🗳️ How Will the Vote Happen?
• Only Members of Parliament (MPs) vote — that’s 788 Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha MPs 🧑⚖️👩⚖️.
• Secret ballot with a special voting system 📥. NDA’s numbers in Parliament make it easier for their candidate to win 🧮✅.
• Election Commission will announce date soon 📣. Expected sometime in August 2025.
✍️ Why It Matters to YOU!
• The Vice‑President runs the Rajya Sabha 💼 — that means they can block or fast-track bills that impact your life 🧾💡.
• This pick shows BJP’s future face 🪞— will it be someone youth connect with? Or just another old face of power? 🤔
• If opposition doesn’t put a strong face, it’ll be another silent walkover by BJP 👟👟.
💡 Our MediaFx Take:
From a people’s angle, we must ask: will this new Vice‑President stand for the real struggles of youth, farmers, students, and workers? Or will it be another puppet show from power corridors? 🎭
The working people deserve a VP who listens 👂, speaks up 🔊, and represents the masses 💪 — not just elite boardroom talk 🙄.
