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BJP leaders are celebrating C.P. Radhakrishnan's decisive victory in the Vice Presidential election. They see this win as a strong endorsement of India's democratic system and the NDA's parliamentary strength. The opposition's performance revealed internal divisions despite claims of unity. The election outcome has sparked discussions about opposition strategy and consensus-building.

Key Points: BJP Leaders Hail Radhakrishnan VP Win as Democratic Strength

  • NDA candidate Radhakrishnan won with 452 votes against opposition's 300
  • BJP highlights ruling coalition's numerical strength in Parliament
  • Opposition criticized for lacking unity despite claims
  • Election reveals internal divisions within INDI Alliance ranks
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India's democratic system remains strong, resilient: BJP leaders on CP Radhakrishnan's win

BJP leaders celebrate C.P. Radhakrishnan's decisive Vice Presidential victory, calling it proof of India's resilient democracy and the NDA's parliamentary strength.

"Rising above all differences, people prioritise the nation's interests - Dilip Jaiswal"

New Delhi, Sep 10

Reacting to the Vice-Presidential election outcome, BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal, on Wednesday, said that NDA’s C.P. Radhakrishnan’s win indicates that India’s democratic and constitutional system remains strong and resilient.

Speaking to IANS, Jaiswal said, “The NDA candidate for the post of Vice President of India won by a large majority. His victory indicates that India’s democratic and constitutional system remains strong and resilient. Rising above all differences, people prioritise the nation’s interests, which is why the NDA candidate secured a decisive majority in the Vice Presidential election.”

The election has seen NDA candidate C.P. Radhakrishnan secure a decisive victory, winning 452 first preference votes against the opposition candidate Justice (Retd.) B. Sudershan Reddy, who received 300 votes. The results highlight the ruling coalition’s numerical strength in Parliament.

BJP MLA Ram Kadam echoed similar sentiments, emphasising the role of numbers in the election. He said, “Elections are decided based on numbers. Hon’ble C.P. Radhakrishnan has won the Vice Presidential election with a significant majority, as was predetermined due to the ruling coalition’s numerical strength. The opposition lacked the numbers but squandered an opportunity to send a message to the world.”

“The Vice Presidential post is a prestigious constitutional position. During such appointments, India’s democracy could have demonstrated unity by bringing the ruling and opposition parties together. Instead, the opposition resorted to petty politics, knowing they would lose,” he added.

The election results have stirred debates about the Opposition’s unity and strategy. While senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh praised the Opposition’s 100 per cent voting turnout and hailed the joint candidate Justice B. Sudershan Reddy’s performance, the final numbers revealed cracks in their unity.

Despite claims of unity by the Opposition, the voting pattern revealed internal divisions and a lack of complete consensus among their ranks. Senior BJP leader B.L. Santhosh claimed on X, “Voting happened through ballot papers & INDI Alliance got 15 votes less than their number. The INDI alliance leaders had campaigned for conscience vote. They got it in return.”

- IANS

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Priya S
While I respect the democratic process, I wish the opposition had shown more unity. The VP position should ideally be above party politics. Hope Mr. Radhakrishnan will uphold constitutional values impartially.
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Aman W
Numbers game pure and simple! Opposition knew they didn't have the numbers yet went ahead with the contest. Waste of time and resources. Should have accepted reality and supported consensus candidate.
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Sarah B
As an observer of Indian politics, I find it interesting how the opposition claims unity but the voting patterns show clear divisions. The 15 missing votes tell their own story!
Karthik V
Congratulations to Shri Radhakrishnan! The Vice President's role is crucial for maintaining parliamentary decorum. Hope he brings his extensive experience to the role and maintains the dignity of the office.
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Nisha Z
The opposition's "conscience vote" campaign backfired beautifully! 😂 When you ask for conscience votes, you should be prepared for your own members to follow their conscience. Well played!

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