Dhankhar resigns as VP
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New Delhi, Jul 21
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has resigned from his post citing "medical advice" and said he would "prioritise" his health. In a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, he said his resignation will be effective immediately.
"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," his letter read. He thanked the President "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," the letter read.
NDTV
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has resigned from his post citing "medical advice" and said he would "prioritise" his health. In a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, he said his resignation will be effective immediately.
"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," his letter read. He thanked the President "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," the letter read.
NDTV