The Election Commission began preparations for selecting India's next Vice President after Jagdeep Dhankhar stepped down from office. Dhankhar submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu on July 21, citing medical reasons for his departure. The Ministry of Home Affairs published an official gazette notification on July 22 confirming the resignation. Article 324 of the Constitution requires the Election Commission to organize this electoral process. The Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act of 1952 governs these proceedings.
Officials have initiated several preparatory measures for the upcoming election. The Electoral College formation involves both elected and nominated members from Parliament's upper and lower houses. Election authorities must finalize returning officers and assistant returning officers for the process. Background materials from previous Vice Presidential elections require compilation and distribution. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha temporarily handles parliamentary duties until voters select a replacement.
Constitutional experts note the Election Commission must complete this process within six months. The newly elected Vice President will serve a complete five-year term.
Officials have initiated several preparatory measures for the upcoming election. The Electoral College formation involves both elected and nominated members from Parliament's upper and lower houses. Election authorities must finalize returning officers and assistant returning officers for the process. Background materials from previous Vice Presidential elections require compilation and distribution. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha temporarily handles parliamentary duties until voters select a replacement.
Constitutional experts note the Election Commission must complete this process within six months. The newly elected Vice President will serve a complete five-year term.
