Oppn smells rat in VP exit

President Droupadi Murmu Tuesday accepted the resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who stepped down citing health concerns.

- PNN & AGENCIES

However, his exit has triggered intense political speculation, with Opposition parties alleging that the move was prompted by pressure from the government.

Congress leader Sukhdeo Bhagat said, Dhankhar’s resignation appeared “pre-scripted and the real story lies elsewhere,” referring to reports suggesting the VP resigned shortly after receiving a phone call from unnamed officials.