Jagdeep Dhankhar’s No-Show at Alma Mater Spurs Questions Amid Health Speculation
New Delhi, Aug 13 (TheTrendingPeople.com) — Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar skipped the founder’s day celebrations at his alma mater, Sainik School Chittorgarh, on August 8. The absence was particularly unexpected as his office had earlier confirmed his participation and the naming of the sports arena in his honor, according to individuals familiar with the matter.
An Unexpected No-Show
Dhankhar’s office had informally acknowledged his availability for the event in late June, following a visit from school representatives and students to the Vice President’s Enclave on June 5. He had even extended a gesture inviting students to visit Parliament as his guests and promised to return to Sainik School Chittorgarh and his “Sanga House” alma mater.
However, on the day of the event, the Jagdeep Dhankhar Sports Arena was inaugurated by the Inspector General of the Rajasthan Frontier of the Border Security Force, himself an alumnus, in the absence of the former Vice President.
A Residence Shrouded in Silence
The timing of his absence brings renewed scrutiny following his resignation on July 21, which he submitted citing health reasons, under Article 67(a) of the Constitution.
Since stepping down, Dhankhar has not made any public appearances. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal raised this concern, likening the situation to a "missing person case" and urging Home Minister Amit Shah to issue a statement about Dhankhar’s well-being.
A slew of other politicians, including Sanjay Raut, echoed this concern by writing to Amit Shah, demanding clarity on the former Vice President’s current health and whereabouts.
Resignation Sparks Political Ripples
Dhankhar’s decision to resign — a rare midterm exit — stemmed from medical advice to prioritize his health. His resignation letter expressed gratitude to President Draupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Parliament.
However, the resignation also triggered political unease. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal expressed surprise, stating that Dhankhar appeared to be in good health and questioning the reasons behind the abrupt decision.
In Rajasthan, sections of the Jat community reacted with disappointment, viewing his sudden resignation as marginalizing a prominent Jat spokesperson and farmer representative. Political opponents leveraged this to accuse his party of a "use-and-discard" approach.
Strategic Implications & Future Prospects
Dhankhar’s unexpected exit, his last official act being on the first day of the Rajya Sabha’s monsoon session, raised alarm. A window between 1 pm and 4:30 pm on the day of his resignation triggered speculation about possible orchestrated sidelining or internal political tensions.
Meanwhile, the 2025 Vice-Presidential election has been scheduled for September 9, to fill the vacancy created by Dhankhar’s abrupt departure. Political heavyweights of the NDA, including PM Modi and BJP chief JP Nadda, are involved in selecting the alliance’s candidate.
Final Thoughts — TheTrendingPeople.com
Jagdeep Dhankhar’s absence from Sainik School’s event, despite earlier confirmation, combined with his unexplained withdrawal from public life, has cast a cloud of uncertainty over the situation. His resignation citing health, coupled with speculation and political overtones, leaves lingering questions about the circumstances of his withdrawal from public duties. Until an official statement is made, these unanswered gaps will continue stirring curiosity and concern.