The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has officially announced its candidate for the upcoming vice-presidential election of India 2025, with Radhakrishnan being chosen as the nominee. In a significant political development ahead of the polls, Mr. Radhakrishnan met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the way forward and showcase the alliance’s unity in the electoral battle.

According to official sources, Radhakrishnan is set to be felicitated at the NDA parliamentary party meeting on August 19, 2025. This felicitation marks the formal endorsement of his candidacy by all alliance partners, underlining the NDA’s collective strength and commitment as they head into the vice-presidential election.

The significance of Radhakrishnan’s nomination

The role of the Vice President of India is of immense constitutional and political importance. Apart from being the second-highest constitutional office, the Vice President also serves as the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha. In recent years, with growing political debates and frequent logjams in Parliament, the role of the Vice President in steering discussions and ensuring smooth functioning has become even more crucial.

By nominating Radhakrishnan, the NDA has signaled its choice of a candidate with both political experience and commitment to the alliance’s ideology. His candidature is expected to bring in not just the support of NDA partners but also attempts to secure wider acceptance across the political spectrum.

Meeting with Prime Minister Modi

The meeting between Radhakrishnan and PM Narendra Modi was seen as a gesture of endorsement and encouragement. It highlighted the personal attention being given by the Prime Minister to ensure a smooth electoral process for the alliance candidate. Political analysts believe this also sets the tone for the NDA’s campaign strategy, projecting the candidate as a leader who enjoys the complete trust and backing of the highest leadership in the alliance.

The upcoming felicitation on August 19, 2025, at the NDA parliamentary party meeting, is likely to be attended by senior ministers, MPs, and leaders from across alliance partners. Such a formal endorsement not only strengthens the candidate’s profile but also sends a strong message of unity to both the opposition and the electorate.

Opposition’s response

While the NDA has quickly consolidated behind Radhakrishnan, the opposition bloc INDIA is also expected to announce its candidate shortly. The vice-presidential polls often reflect the parliamentary strength of the ruling coalition, but opposition unity can sometimes create unexpected challenges. Political observers are keenly watching whether the opposition fields a heavyweight to counter Radhakrishnan or opts for a symbolic candidate.

The elections will be conducted through an electoral college consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament, making the outcome largely dependent on the numerical strength of alliances. With the NDA’s commanding position in the Lok Sabha and a significant presence in the Rajya Sabha, Radhakrishnan is seen as the frontrunner.

Historical perspective

The post of Vice President has often been contested between nominees of ruling coalitions and opposition parties, with outcomes reflecting the political mood of the time. In 2017, M. Venkaiah Naidu was elected with NDA’s support, while in 2022, Jagdeep Dhankhar, the NDA’s nominee, secured the office by defeating opposition candidate Margaret Alva.

If elected, Radhakrishnan will continue this tradition of NDA-backed leaders occupying the high constitutional office. Analysts point out that his elevation would not only strengthen the alliance politically but also give them greater control over the functioning of the Rajya Sabha.

What lies ahead

As the vice-presidential election date draws closer, all eyes will be on the NDA’s parliamentary meeting on August 19, where Radhakrishnan will be felicitated. This event will be crucial in setting the tone for the campaign, with speeches expected from Prime Minister Modi and senior NDA leaders in support of the nominee.

For now, Radhakrishnan’s candidacy has energized the NDA ranks, while the opposition scrambles to finalize its strategy. The outcome of this election will not only determine the next Vice President of India but also reflect the political dominance of the NDA in 2025.

Conclusion

The meeting between Radhakrishnan and PM Modi ahead of the vice-presidential polls is both symbolic and strategic. It shows the alliance’s readiness, unity, and confidence as they approach the election. With the felicitation scheduled for August 19, Radhakrishnan’s journey as the NDA’s vice-presidential candidate has begun on a strong note, setting the stage for an intense political contest in the coming weeks.

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