Radhakrishnan Triumphs: A Victory Beyond Party Lines

C P Radhakrishnan's election as the 15th Vice President of India has sparked celebrations within the BJP, as the NDA candidate secured a significant win with 452 votes against opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy's 300.

This impressive victory margin is attributed to the unexpected cross-voting by around 40 opposition MPs, who, according to BJP sources, voted according to their conscience.

BJP leaders hailed this outcome as a reflection of Radhakrishnan's broad appeal and credited the prime minister's leadership for the party's strategic candidate choice. Meanwhile, 15 MPs reportedly abstained, casting doubt voluntarily as a stance against both camps.

(With inputs from agencies.)