CP Radhakrishnan Elected VP
CP Radhakrishnan Elected Vice President of India
Bharatiya Janata party (BJP)-led national democratic alliance (NDA) candidate C.P. Radhakrishnan has been elected as the new Vice President of India, defeating the joint opposition candidate B. sudarshan Reddy by a margin of 152 votes.🗳 election Results
Votes Secured: CP Radhakrishnan – 452, B. sudarshan Reddy – 300.Margin of Victory: 152 votes.
The election was held on Tuesday, with widespread participation from MPs.
Some opposition MPs also voted for Radhakrishnan, appreciating his credentials.
🎉 Congratulations from Leaders
Prime minister Narendra Modi:Congratulated CP Radhakrishnan on his victory.
Highlighted his lifelong dedication to social service and empowerment of the poor and marginalized.
Expressed confidence that Radhakrishnan will be an excellent Vice President and strengthen constitutional values while promoting parliamentary dialogue.
President Draupadi Murmu:
Congratulated him on X (formerly Twitter).
Appreciated his decades of rich experience in public life.
Wished him a successful and impressive tenure.
BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain:
Called it good news for the country.
Noted that even opposition MPs voted for Radhakrishnan conscience vote.
Congratulated him on this huge victory.
Union minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan:
Described it as a wonderful and unimaginable victory.
Praised him as a hardworking, ascetic, imaginative social worker with a liberal mindset.
Expressed confidence in working under his guidance as he presides over the Rajya Sabha.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis:
Congratulated him and wished him the best.
Appreciated that his address was Maharashtra, highlighting his local connection.
Noted that opposition parties could not save their votes, many went to Radhakrishnan.
✅ Key TakeawaysCP Radhakrishnan’s election reflects strong support for NDA and faith in prime minister Modi. He brings a combination of experience, social work, and parliamentary knowledge to the Vice President role. His tenure is expected to enhance the dignity of the post and strengthen parliamentary democracy in India.