India, July 22 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday acknowledged former vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation and his contribution to the country in different roles.

"Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar Ji has got many opportunities to serve our country in various capacities, including as the Vice President of India. Wishing him good health," the PM wrote on X, a day after Dhankhar resigned citing health reasons, triggering intense speculation in political circles over the unexpected move.

Dhankhar, an ardent champion of the supremacy of Parliament, tendered his resignation on Monday after presiding over a deeply divided Rajya Sabha for nearly three years.

Deputy chairperson Harivansh on Tuesday presided over the proceedings of the Raj...