According to reports, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh chaired the morning session on Tuesday after Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned due to health reasons. Dhankhar, the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, stepped down on Monday citing medical advice. His term, which began in August 2022, concluded with his resignation letter to President Droupadi Murmu.
Key highlights:
• Harivansh took over the session in place of Dhankhar.
• Dhankhar resigned as Vice President due to health concerns.
• His resignation letter mentioned medical advice as the reason.
• Dhankhar’s term started in August 2022.
The change in leadership at the Rajya Sabha raises questions about the future proceedings and dynamics within the upper house of the Indian Parliament.
Source: Economic Times