Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been elected as the 17th Vice President of India. The election took place on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He secured a victory with a significant margin of 152 votes. Mr. Radhakrishnan, the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) nominee, received 452 first-preferential votes. His opponent, Justice B. Sudershan Reddy, the joint Opposition candidate, got 300 votes.
Election Details at a Glance
- Total Votes Cast: 98.2% of the total electorate (members of both Houses of Parliament).
- C.P. Radhakrishnan (NDA): 452 votes
- Justice B. Sudershan Reddy (Opposition): 300 votes
- Invalid Votes: 15
- Abstentions: 14 MPs
The Opposition’s vote count fell below their own predictions. This outcome highlights a clear mandate for the NDA candidate.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated Mr. CP Radhakrishnan, Vice President on his election. He also thanked Justice Reddy for his “spirited and principled fight.” Kharge called the election an “ideological battle.” He expressed hope that the new Vice President would uphold parliamentary traditions. Also stressed the importance of ensuring equal space and dignity for the Opposition. He expects the Vice President to resist pressures from the ruling party.
Best wishes to Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan on securing victory in the Vice Presidential election. We extend our sincere gratitude to Shri B. Sudershan Reddy garu, the united Opposition’s joint candidate, for his spirited and principled fight. This was more than an election; it was a…
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) September 9, 2025
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This election became necessary due to the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar. His resignation occurred on July 21, 2025, during the Monsoon Session’s opening day. Mr. Kharge noted that Dhankhar’s exit remains “unexplained and unceremonious.”
The new Vice President, CP Radhakrishnan, will play a crucial role in the country’s legislative process. He will also serve as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
