Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns 'to prioritise health' as Monsoon Parliament session kicks off

On the fist day of Monsoon Parliament session, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday resigned from his post "to prioritise health care and abide by medical advice."

In a letter address addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, the VP said "Respected Rashtrapati ji, To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the constitution. I extend my deepest gratitude to Your Excellency - the Hon'ble President of India for her unwavering support and the soothing wonderful working relationship we maintained during my tenure. I express my deep gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister and the esteemed Council of Ministers. Prime Minister's cooperation and support have been invaluable, and I have learned much during my time in office."