India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has stepped down from his position, prioritizing health and adhering to medical advice. His resignation, under Article 67(a) of the Constitution, is effective immediately.
In his resignation letter, he described working with President Droupadi Murmu as a delightful experience and expressed gratitude for her unwavering support. He also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Council of Ministers for their cooperation. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar noted that the support received from the Prime Minister offered him a significant learning opportunity.
Letter to President Droupadi Murmu
Dhankhar cherished the trust, affection, and camaraderie shown by all parliamentarians, stating that these sentiments will remain close to his heart. He valued his experience as Vice President as invaluable and significant for India's democracy.
Reasons Stemming from Health Concerns
Dhankhar characterized India's economic progress and incredible development as a proud journey and regarded serving during such a historic time as an honor. As he steps down, he expressed full confidence in India's bright future and acknowledged its swiftly rising global stature.
