**BJP to Finalize Vice Presidential Candidate Amid Political Speculation**
The BJP Parliamentary Board is scheduled to convene on Sunday evening at approximately 6 PM to finalize the party’s candidate for the Vice Presidency, according to sources. All Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states are expected to participate in the nomination process. The chosen candidate is set to file their nomination on August 21.
On Thursday, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President JP Nadda will determine the NDA’s candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, with an announcement likely on August 12. This statement followed a significant meeting of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) floor leaders at the Parliament building, attended by senior figures including JP Nadda, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, among others.
The Election Commission of India issued a notice on August 7 regarding the elections for the new Vice President of India, scheduled for September 9. This notice outlines the timeline for filing nomination papers and the process for withdrawing candidatures.
The need for a new Vice President arose following Jagdeep Dhankhar’s unexpected resignation after presiding over the first day of the Parliament Monsoon Session as Rajya Sabha Chairman. In his resignation letter to President Droupadi Murmu, Dhankhar cited the need to prioritize healthcare and adhere to medical advice. This development has sparked speculation within political circles, with opposition leaders questioning the circumstances surrounding his departure. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh suggested that there may be more to the resignation than is immediately apparent, noting that he had spoken with Dhankhar just two hours before the news broke, and the Vice President seemed unconcerned at that time.
As the BJP prepares for this critical nomination, the political landscape remains charged with anticipation and speculation regarding the implications of Dhankhar’s resignation and the upcoming elections.
**FAQ**
*What is the timeline for the Vice Presidential election in India?*
The Vice Presidential election is scheduled for September 9, with nominations to be filed by August 21.
