Dhankhar's successor: EC has begun process to hold vice presidential poll

THE Election Commission on Wednesday said it has begun the process of holding the vice presidential election, two days after Jagdeep Dhankhar's surprise resignation from the post.

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The poll authority said it has started constituting the electoral college comprising MPs of both Houses of Parliament. Both elected and nominated members are eligible to vote in the vice presidential election.

It is also finalising the returning officer and assistant returning officers.

"On completion of the preparatory activities, the announcement of the election schedule to the office of the Vice President of India will follow as soon as possible,” the EC said.

Dhankhar stepped down as vice president on Monday, citing health reasons. His term was to end on August 10, 2027.

The Union home ministry on Tuesday formally notified the resignation of Dhankhar from the office of the vice president.