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President Droupadi Murmu has congratulated CP Radhakrishnan on his election as India's 15th Vice President. The NDA-backed candidate secured 452 votes against INDIA bloc's Justice Reddy who received 300 votes. The election saw an impressive 98.2% voter turnout with 767 MPs participating. Radhakrishnan brings decades of public service experience including his recent role as Maharashtra Governor.

Key Points: President Murmu Congratulates CP Radhakrishnan on Vice President Election

  • NDA nominee CP Radhakrishnan wins with 452 votes against INDIA bloc's 300
  • 98.2% voter turnout recorded with 767 MPs casting votes
  • Radhakrishnan was serving as Maharashtra Governor before election
  • Vice President seat vacant since Jagdeep Dhankhar's July resignation
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President Murmu congratulates CP Radhakrishnan on being elected as 15th Vice President

President Droupadi Murmu congratulates CP Radhakrishnan on winning Vice Presidential election with 452 votes, defeating INDIA bloc's Justice Reddy by 152 votes.

"Your decades of rich experience in public life will contribute significantly to the nation's progress - President Droupadi Murmu"

New Delhi, September 9

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday congratulated CP Radhakrishnan on being elected as the 15th Vice President of India, expressing confidence that his decades of experience in public life will contribute to the nation's progress.

https://x.com/rashtrapatibhvn/status/1965423192056750590

In a post on X, President Murmu wrote, "Congratulations to Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan on being elected as the Vice President of India! Your decades of rich experience in public life will contribute significantly to the nation's progress. I extend my best wishes to you for a successful and impactful tenure."

National Democratic Alliance-backed CP Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice President on Tuesday.

Radhakrishnan defeated the INDIA bloc nominee Justice B Sudershan Reddy by 152 votes in the Vice Presidential elections held between 10 am and 5 pm on Tuesday.

A total of 98.20 per cent voter turnout was found in the Vice Presidential elections, wherein 767 MPs cast their vote out of 781.

NDA nominee CP Radhakrishnan received 452 first preference votes, whereas the INDIA bloc candidate Justice B Sudershan Reddy received 300 first preference votes. Fifteen votes were considered invalid.

"NDA nominee and Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan got 452 first preference votes. He has been elected as the Vice President of India... Opposition's vice-presidential candidate Justice Sudershan Reddy secured 300 first preference votes," Rajya Sabha general secretary PC Mody said in his press conference.

A total of 13 MPs abstained from voting in the Vice Presidential elections. The list includes seven MPs from Biju Janata Dal, four from Bharath Rashtra Samithi, one MP from Shiromani Akali Dal and one independent MP.

The Vice President's seat was vacant since July 21, 2025, as Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his position, citing health reasons.

Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was serving as the 24th Governor of Maharashtra from July 31, 2024, before being announced as the NDA's Vice Presidential nominee.

He previously served as the Governor of Jharkhand from February 2023 to July 2024. He also held additional charge as the Governor of Telangana and Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry between March and July 2024.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see such high voter turnout (98.2%) for VP elections. Shows our MPs take this constitutional position seriously. Hope he brings dignity to the office like his predecessors.
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Aman W
While I respect the democratic process, I hope the new Vice President maintains the non-partisan nature of this constitutional position. The chair belongs to all Indians, not just the ruling party.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the regional party abstentions - BJD, BRS, SAD. Shows the complex political equations in our democracy. Hope the new VP can bridge these divides in Rajya Sabha.
Vikram M
His experience handling Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Telangana and Puducherry will definitely help in understanding diverse state perspectives. Perfect background for someone who chairs Rajya Sabha! 👍
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Nisha Z
Wishing him all the best! The Vice President's role is crucial in maintaining parliamentary decorum. Hope he ensures constructive debates in the upper house without unnecessary disruptions.

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