Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on July 21, 2025, three years into his term. His resignation invoked Article 67(a) of the Constitution, which allows a Vice President to resign by writing to the President. The move ensures a constitutional and smooth transition. An election for the new Vice President must now be held within 60 days.

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• VP Dhankhar resigned July 21, 2025, after 3 years in office
• Resignation made under Article 67(a) via letter to President
• Resignation effective immediately upon acceptance
• Triggers Vice President election within 60 days
• Deputy Chairman Harivansh to preside over Rajya Sabha
• VP also functions as ex-officio Rajya Sabha Chairman
• Article 67(b): VP can also be removed via parliamentary resolution
• Article 67(c): VP stays until successor takes charge
• Electoral college includes MPs from both Houses
• Voting by proportional representation, single transferable vote