The NDA has declared its candidate for the Vice President's position. BJP President JP Nadda announced that CP Radhakrishnan will be the NDA's candidate for Vice President. After detailed discussions led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, CP Radhakrishnan's nomination was finalized. He is currently serving as the Governor of Maharashtra. JP Nadda mentioned that the BJP's parliamentary board convened exclusively to finalize the Vice President's candidate.
National BJP President and Union Minister JP Nadda stated that discussions will also be held with the opposition for the Vice President elections, aiming for consensus in candidate selection. Nadda emphasized that they have been in ongoing dialogue with them, having met senior leaders before and maintaining future communication. The BJP-led NDA has nominated CP Radhakrishnan for Vice President, gaining wide support from all allied parties.
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The Political Journey of CP Radhakrishnan
CP Radhakrishnan has served as the Governor of Jharkhand from February 2023 to July 2024. Additionally, he held the extra charge of Telangana from March to July 2024 and served as the Deputy Governor of Puducherry from March to August 2024. Since July 31, 2024, he has been the Governor of Maharashtra.
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Remarkable Contributions of CP Radhakrishnan
While serving as BJP Tamil Nadu President from 2004–2007, he embarked on a 93-day chariot journey, promoting river connectivity, terrorism awareness, and the elimination of untouchability. In parliament, he chaired the Standing Committee on Textiles and actively engaged in committees related to financial and public enterprises. He holds a BBA degree from V.O. Chidambaram College, Coimbatore.
What Did CP Radhakrishnan Say?
Before the NDA's announcement of the Vice President nominee, CP Radhakrishnan posted on X that he visited the Sri Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai with his wife Sumathi. During the visit, they performed prayers and wished for the prosperity and well-being of the state.
Chandrababu Naidu Announces Support
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) President and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu congratulated CP Radhakrishnan after the NDA's announcement of his Vice President candidacy. He acknowledged Radhakrishnan as a senior and distinguished leader with a long history of remarkable public service. TDP warmly welcomes this nomination and pledges full support.
Kiren Rijiju to Serve as CP Radhakrishnan's Election Agent
With the vacancy created by Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President last month, the elections are scheduled for September 9, with the nomination deadline set for August 22. NDA's candidate CP Radhakrishnan is likely to file his nomination on August 21. Discussions with parties outside the NDA and India Block will be conducted by Rajnath Singh, while Kiren Rijiju will act as CP Radhakrishnan's election agent.
