
Jagdeep Dhankhar Won't Attend Rajya Sabha Today, Unlikely To Deliver Farewell Speech
Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post of Vice President on Monday, citing medical reasons, triggering a wave of speculation behind his sudden move.
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will not attend the ongoing Monsoon session in the Rajya Sabha after his shocking resignation on Monday, citing medical reasons, and is also unlikely to deliver his farewell speech, sources told CNN-News18.
Dhankhar cited health-related issues for his absence from the Rajya Sabha today, as per the sources. In his absence, the proceedings of the Rajya Sabha will be conducted by the Deputy Chairman and members of the panel.
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