India, Sept. 9 -- The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) last month announced Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as their pick for the Vice-Presidential elections.

Radhakrishnan's name came up after the BJP held detailed discussions with its alliance partners, and the party's ideological front, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.

The nomination of Radhakrishnan, 68, who has held the post of Maharashtra's Governor since July 2024, is also being seen as an attempt from the BJP to strengthen its footprint in southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu.

BJP leaders welcomed the nomination, calling him an "excellent choice for the role", with Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealing for his unanimous election. The NDA nominee has friendly ties ac...