'If it was truly about health…': Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation sparks political buzz

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s unexpected resignation citing health reasons has triggered a wave of political responses across party lines, with many leaders expressing concern over the timing and circumstances of the decision.

The 74-year-old resigned midway through his tenure, effective immediately, citing health issues. In a letter addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, Dhankhar stated that his resignation is in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution of India.

Congress leader Atul Londhe Patil expressed skepticism, commenting, “If it truly was about health, then the resignation could have come before the Parliament session began. It’s not as if his health drastically



deteriorated overnight. Maybe he wanted to take a certain stand and was asked not to.”

CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar said the resignation was “quite unexpected” and speculated that it might be an “initial reaction” stemming from dissatisfaction with certain developments. “I don’t think the President of India will accept it,” he remarked.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey questioned the timing of the resignation, saying, “It is concerning. Today marked the first day of the Monsoon Session, and his resignation on the same day raises eyebrows. What is going on in this government? If it was about health, the resignation could have come before or after the session.”