India, July 23 -- Jagdeep Dhankhar's shock resignation on the first day of the Parliament's Monsoon Session caught everyone by surprise with the opposition left speculating the reason behind the sudden exit.

Dhankhar had, in his resignation letter, cited health reasons for vacating the post. His term was supposed to end on August 11, 2027.

Dhankhar tendered his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu in accordance with Article 67(A) of the Constitution. His resignation was accepted on Tuesday by President Murmu.

After his exit, Dhankhar will be entitled to a pension, along with the provision of other facilities, which will continue even after resignation, according to a Live Hindustan report.

As per rules, if a Vice-President resigns ...