C. P. Radhakrishnan Elected as the 15th Vice President of India
India has a new Vice President. On 9th September 2025, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader C. P. Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice President of India, succeeding Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Who is C. P. Radhakrishnan?
Full Name: Chandrapuram Ponnusami Radhakrishnan
Born: 20 October 1957, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu
Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration (BBA) from V. O. Chidambaram College, Thoothukudi
Political Journey: Started with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), later rose in BJP ranks to become Tamil Nadu BJP President.
Parliamentary Career: Twice elected as Lok Sabha MP from Coimbatore (1998 & 1999).
Governorship: Served as Governor of Jharkhand (2023), held additional charges of Telangana and Puducherry (2024), and was appointed as Governor of Maharashtra (2024).
Vice Presidential Election 2025
The election was conducted on 9 September 2025.
C. P. Radhakrishnan, the NDA nominee, won with 452 votes.
He defeated B. Sudershan Reddy, the opposition INDIA bloc candidate, who secured 300 votes.
With this, Radhakrishnan became the 15th Vice President of India.
Role of the Vice President of India
The Vice President is the second-highest constitutional office in the country after the President.
Acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Steps in as the Acting President of India if the President resigns, is removed, or unable to discharge duties.
Plays a key role in ensuring smooth functioning of Parliament.
Significance of His Election
C. P. Radhakrishnan’s election marks an important moment in Indian politics:
A leader rooted in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, his rise to national prominence reflects BJP’s growing influence in southern India.
Known for his non-confrontational style, he is expected to bring a cooperative approach to his new role.
His vast experience as an MP, party leader, and governor will help him handle the responsibilities of Rajya Sabha and national governance.
Conclusion
With his long political career and administrative experience, C. P. Radhakrishnan is set to bring stability, wisdom, and balance to the office of the Vice President. His journey from Tiruppur to the Vice Presidency is a true inspiration, and his leadership will play a vital role in strengthening India’s democracy.