Deputy Chairman Harivansh chairs Rajya Sabha proceedings after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as Vice-President

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh chaired the proceedings of the morning session on Tuesday (July 22, 2025), a day after Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned as Vice-President citing medical causes.

Vice-President of India is ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

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Usually Mr. Dhankhar used to chair the proceedings originally of the day.

Mr. Dhankhar had despatched his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu on Monday (July 21) night.

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“To prioritise well being care and abide by medical recommendation, I hereby resign as Vice President of India, efficient instantly, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution,” he mentioned in his letter to the President.

Mr. Dhankhar, 74, assumed workplace in August 2022.

In his resignation letter, Mr. Dhankhar mentioned, “To prioritise well being care and abide by medical recommendation, I hereby resign as Vice President of India, efficient instantly, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution.” He additionally thanked PM Modi, Council of Ministers and MPs for his or her assist and cooperation throughout his tenure.

“I categorical my deep gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister and the esteemed Council of Ministers. Prime Minister’s cooperation and assist have been invaluable, and I’ve discovered a lot throughout my time in workplace.

“The heat, belief, and affection I’ve obtained from all of the Hon’ble Members of Parliament would ever be cherished and embedded in my reminiscence. I’m deeply grateful for the invaluable experiences and insights I’ve gained as Vice President in our nice democracy,” Mr. Dhankhar mentioned.