South Showdown: The Battle for Vice Presidency
The NDA has nominated C P Radhakrishnan, while the opposition has put forward B Sudarshan Reddy for the vice-presidential race. With calls made to Uddhav Thackeray for support, the contest heats up as a South versus South face-off set for September 9.
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Amid a politically charged atmosphere, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis have reached out to Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray to garner support for the NDA's vice-presidential nominee, C P Radhakrishnan. This was confirmed by party leader Sanjay Raut.
The National Democratic Alliance has strategically positioned Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan as their candidate, while the opposition's INDIA bloc endorses former Supreme Court judge B Sudarshan Reddy. Remarkably, this sets the stage for a notable South versus South rivalry.
The vice-presidential elections are slated for September 9, with an electoral college of 781 members where a majority of 391 is essential for victory. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members, including nominated members of the Upper House, will participate in this crucial voting process.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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