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Dhankhar's successor: EC begins preparations to hold vice presidential poll

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 23 July 2025 ()
The Election Commission has initiated the process for the vice presidential election following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The electoral college, comprising members of both Houses of Parliament, is being constituted. The election schedule will be announced soon after preparatory activities are completed, with the NDA holding a comfortable edge in the polls.
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