CP Radhakrishnan Wins Indias Vice Presidency: Cross-Voting Shakes Opposition
CP Radhakrishnan secured a decisive victory in India's Vice Presidential election, defeating Justice B Sudershan Reddy. Radhakrishnan, the NDA nominee and former Maharashtra Governor, received 452 votes, exceeding the expected NDA tally by 14 votes.
This unexpected surge was attributed to cross-voting by 14 MPs from the opposing INDIA bloc. The election, held following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation, saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi cast the first ballot.
While the INDIA bloc secured 300 votes, the cross-voting underscored potential internal divisions within the alliance. Radhakrishnan's political career, spanning decades, includes roles as an RSS swayamsevak, BJP state chief, and MP. His elevation marks a significant milestone for southern representation in national leadership.