NDA announces CP Radhakrishnan as candidate for Vice Presidential election

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Sunday announced Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as its candidate for Vice Presidential election scheduled to be held on September 9.

The announcement was made by BJP president and Union Minister JP Nadda during a press conference in Delhi.

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Nadda said that the rulling alliance will also speak to the Opposition to seek their support to ensure an unopposed election for the Vice President’s post.

“We will talk to the opposition as well. We should also get their support so that together we can ensure an unopposed election for the post of Vice President,” Nadda said.

#BREAKING: BJP national president @JPNadda announces Maharashtra Governor #CPRadhakrishnan as NDA’s candidate for #VicePresidentialElection2025 pic.x.com/DKIOtrRgDV

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He said that senior BJP leaders have been in touch with the Opposition leaders.

The BJP President further stated that all NDA alliance partners have suported Radhakrishnan’s name.

“All our NDA colleagues have supported us. CP Radhakrishnan is our NDA’s candidate for Vice President…,” he added.

Reacting to the announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Radhakrishnan’s “dedication, humility and intellect.”

“In his long years in public life, Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji has distinguished himself with his dedication, humility and intellect. During the various positions he has held, he has always focused on community service and empowering the marginalised. He has done extensive work at the grassroots in Tamil Nadu. I am glad that the NDA family has decided to nominate him as the Vice Presidential candidate of our alliance,” Modi said on X.

The PM further added, “Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji has rich experience as MP and Governor of various states. His Parliamentary interventions were always incisive. During his gubernatorial tenures, he focused on addressing challenges faced by common citizens. These experiences ensured that he has vast knowledge of legislative and Constitutional matters. I am confident he will be an inspiring Vice President.”

Tamil Nadu BJP leader K Annamalai said he was delighted by the news of Radhakrishnan being picked by the NDA as its Vice Presidential nominee.

“Extremely delighted by the news that the Hon Governor of Maharashtra, Thiru @CPRGuvavl, has been nominated as the Vice Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Alliance. In his distinguished journey as  ha His tenure as Governor of Jharkhand and Maharashtra has been marked by dedication and a steadfast commitment to public service. As Vice President of India, he will ably guide the Rajya Sabha and contribute significantly to our nation’s progress. I extend my sincere felicitations and best wishes to Thiru CP Radhakrishnan,,” Annamalai said.

The election for the post of Vice President was necessitated after the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21, citing health reasons.

In his resignation letter, Dhankhar had said, “To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately.”

Dhankhar’s resignation came on the first day of the Monsoon Session of the Parliament.