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- Senior BJP leader and former Jharkhand Governor, C.P. Radhakrishnan, has been officially sworn in as the 15th Vice President of India.
- The oath was administered by President Droupadi Murmu in a ceremony held at the Durbar Hall in Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Radhakrishnan, a seasoned politician from Tamil Nadu, succeeds M. Venkaiah Naidu and will also serve as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
NEW DELHI, India – In a ceremony steeped in constitutional tradition and political significance, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan officially assumed the office of the Vice President of India on Thursday. The swearing-in was conducted at the iconic Rashtrapati Bhavan, with President Droupadi Murmu administering the oath of office in the presence of a gathering of the nation’s top political brass.
The event, held in the stately Durbar Hall, was attended by dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and a host of other ministers and senior officials. The presence of the country’s leadership underscored the importance of the vice-presidential role in India’s democratic framework.
A stalwart of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with deep roots in Tamil Nadu politics, Radhakrishnan’s political journey has been a long and distinguished one. His extensive experience includes multiple terms as a Member of Parliament from the Coimbatore constituency and a successful tenure as the Governor of Jharkhand. His election to the vice presidency is seen as a testament to his decades of service and administrative acumen.
Outgoing Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, whose term concluded, was also present to witness the transition of power. The role of the Vice President is dual in nature; besides being the second-highest constitutional authority in the country, he also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. In this capacity, Radhakrishnan will be responsible for presiding over the proceedings of the Upper House, ensuring smooth legislative functioning.
In brief remarks following the ceremony, leaders across the political spectrum extended their congratulations and expressed confidence that Radhakrishnan would uphold the dignity and responsibilities of his new office with impartiality and wisdom. His tenure begins at a crucial time for the Indian parliament, and all eyes will be on the new Chairman to guide the Rajya Sabha with decorum and efficiency.
The Vice President’s role, while often ceremonial, is a vital pillar of India’s democracy, acting as a crucial link between the executive and the legislature. With C.P. Radhakrishnan at the helm, the office is set to be guided by an experienced hand familiar with the intricacies of both statecraft and governance.
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