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Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has made controversial claims about the Vice Presidential election. She stated that the election was imposed because former VP Jagdeep Dhankhar wasn't following the BJP's line. Chaturvedi framed the contest as between constitutional supporters and opponents rather than just NDA vs INDIA bloc. She appealed to all political parties to vote for former Supreme Court judge B. Sudershan Reddy.

Key Points: Priyanka Chaturvedi Says BJP Imposed VP Poll Over Dhankhar

  • Chaturvedi claims VP election forced due to Dhankhar's BJP defiance
  • Election between NDA's Radhakrishnan and INDIA's Reddy
  • Urges all parties to vote for constitutional values
  • Calls on BJP MPs to reflect and support opposition candidate
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VP election imposed as Dhankhar didn't follow BJP's line, says Priyanka Chaturvedi

Shiv Sena MP claims VP election forced because Jagdeep Dhankhar wasn't following BJP line. Urges parties to vote for INDIA bloc candidate Sudershan Reddy.

"Political parties should not forget why this election has been imposed on us - Priyanka Chaturvedi"

New Delhi, Sep 9

Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Tuesday said political parties should not forget that the Vice-Presidential election has been "imposed" because Jagdeep Dhankhar, who was holding the post, was not "following the line of the BJP".

Voting in the Vice-Presidential election is currently underway in the New Parliament building in New Delhi. The election is witnessing the contest between the NDA nominee, Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan, and the INDIA bloc candidate, former Supreme Court judge B. Sudershan Reddy.

Speaking to IANS, Chaturvedi said, "Political parties should not forget why this election has been imposed on us. It has been conducted because the sitting Vice President was not following the BJP's line."

She said this contest is not between the NDA and the INDIA bloc and appealed to the political parties to vote for Sudershan Reddy.

"Today's election is not NDA vs the INDIA bloc, but is being contested between those who believe in the Constitution and those who are against the Constitution. I request every political party to not vote for the candidate of those who have always worked against the Constitution, but for the one who has dedicated his entire life to strengthening it, as his role as a judge," Chaturvedi further said.

"I also urge all the BJP MPs to reflect on their choices and vote for our candidate, who has always worked to strengthen the Constitution, to save democracy," she added.

Several NDA and INDIA bloc MPs, including Chaturvedi, have cast their vote in the election.

Counting of votes will be held later in the day, after which the results will be announced.

This election holds significant political weight, as the Vice President also serves as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, making the role crucial in the functioning of Parliament.

The electoral college for the Vice Presidential election comprises 781 members, including 542 elected members of the Lok Sabha and 239 members of the Rajya Sabha (233 elected and 12 nominated, with six vacancies across both Houses).

All votes carry equal value, and voting is conducted through a secret ballot, in accordance with established parliamentary procedure. The majority mark needed to win is 391 votes.

The Vice President's post fell vacant after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on July 21, citing health concerns, on the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone following Indian politics, it's concerning when constitutional positions become politicized. The Vice President should be above party politics and serve the nation first.
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Ananya R
Priyanka Chaturvedi is making valid points here. The VP's role is crucial for parliamentary functioning and should be impartial. Hope the new candidate maintains constitutional integrity 🙏
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Michael C
While I respect different viewpoints, I think we should wait for the official results and see how the new Vice President performs. Democracy works through elections and we should trust the process.
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Karthik V
The Vice President's resignation due to "health concerns" right before the session raises questions. We need more transparency in these high-level appointments and resignations.
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Priya S
Having a former Supreme Court judge as VP candidate is a good move. They understand constitutional values better than career politicians. Hope he gets elected! 👍

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