Article 67(a)

On 21st July 2025, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from his post by submitting a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, in which he stated that the resignation was being tendered in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution of India. His letter cited personal health concerns as the reason for stepping down.

  • Article 67(a) of the Constitution of India deals with the resignation process of the Vice President.
  • It says: "A Vice-President may, by writing under his hand addressed to the President, resign his office." This means the Vice President can resign at any time by submitting a written resignation ....
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