10 Minutes to 5: The End of Dhankhar Era

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On July 21, just before the clock struck 5 PM, Parliament witnessed a swift political twist that stunned many

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After 5 PM, no official action could proceed. The government was determined to act fast—without deferral

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Exactly 10 minutes before the deadline, a sealed envelope was delivered to the Rajya Sabha Secretariat

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The contents of the envelope ended Jagdeep Dhankhar’s term as Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman

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A former Governor of West Bengal, Dhankhar held the Vice President post with authority and prominence

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This sudden move triggered fresh speculation on political reshuffling and future Rajya Sabha dynamics

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As Parliament reopens, the focus shifts to Dhankhar’s successor and the strategy behind this abrupt exit

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