Rajnath Singh and Fadnavis Seek Uddhav’s Support for NDA’s Vice Presidential Pick

In a surprising political development, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reached out to former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. The purpose of their call was to garner support for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) Vice Presidential candidate, C P Radhakrishnan, the current Governor of Maharashtra.

NDA’s Choice: C P Radhakrishnan for Vice President

The NDA has officially nominated C P Radhakrishnan for the upcoming Vice Presidential election. This decision sets the stage for a potentially interesting political contest. Radhakrishnan’s selection as the NDA’s candidate highlights the alliance’s strategic focus on the role.

A Significant Political Gesture

This personal outreach to Uddhav Thackeray by senior BJP leaders signifies a potentially significant move in Maharashtra’s political landscape. While the exact nature of Thackeray’s response remains undisclosed, the move itself suggests an attempt by the NDA to bridge political divides and secure broader support for their candidate.