Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulates Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhavan on Sunday (August 17, 2025). | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
“Heartiest congratulations to Maharashtra Governor Hon CP Radhakrishnan ji on his choice because the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate for the Vice President of India. Throughout his tenure as a Member of Parliament and Governor in varied States, Hon Governor Radhakrishnan ji has garnered intensive experience in a variety of legislative and constitutional issues. His choice because the V-P candidate fills us all Maharashtrians with immense delight!” Mr. Fadnavis posted on social media.
Mr. Ajit Pawar posted, “Congratulations to incumbent Maharashtra Governor Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan ji on being introduced as NDA’s candidate for the Vice Presidential election. I’m certain as soon as elected, his long-standing expertise and dedication will solely enrich this excessive constitutional workplace. Wishing him the perfect.”
Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan accompanied by his spouse Sumathi providing prayers on the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai on Sunday (August 17, 2025). | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Extending his assist to the candidature of Mr. Radhakrishnan, Mr. Shinde posted on his social media account, “By deciding on the Honorable Governor of Maharashtra, Shri @CPRGuv ji, because the candidate for the put up of Vice President, the National Democratic Alliance below the management of Prime Minister @narendramodi has duly honoured an skilled, sensible, trustworthy, and patriotic character within the political area. On behalf of the Shiv Sena get together, I announce assist for the candidacy of the revered Radhakrishnan, who has lengthy expertise in parliamentary work as a Member of Parliament and deep information of administrative work as a Governor. Also, heartfelt congratulations on the nomination for the Vice President put up. Since his victory on this election is for certain, I prolong my greatest needs that his tenure as Vice President achieve success and that his profession be exceptional for the brilliant way forward for the nation.”
BJP nationwide president and Union Minister J.P. Nadda earlier within the day introduced that Mr. Radhakrishnan is the vice-presidential choose after the assembly of the BJP parliamentary board concluded.
“We may also be reaching out to the opposition quickly on this matter,” mentioned Mr. Nadda. The vice-presidential polls had been necessitated after former Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his put up, citing well being points.
Published – August 18, 2025 12:23 am IST



