The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has officially announced Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice Presidential election scheduled for September 9, 2025. The announcement was made following a parliamentary board meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP national president JP Nadda at the BJP headquarters in Delhi. Key union ministers including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and others were present. The NDA leadership expressed intentions to seek opposition support to ensure an unopposed election. Radhakrishnan, a seasoned administrator with experience as governor of Maharashtra and Jharkhand, has received widespread backing from NDA allies and leaders across various states, including Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra. Several political figures praised his experience, administrative capabilities, and non-controversial personality. The opposition INDIA alliance is holding consultations to decide their candidate, with a meeting scheduled for August 18, 2025. Some opposition leaders indicated a preference for consensus on the Vice Presidential candidate. Radhakrishnan, originally from Tamil Nadu, was welcomed by leaders from his home state who expressed pride in his nomination. He met with Prime Minister Modi in Delhi following the announcement, receiving best wishes for his candidature. The NDA's selection of Radhakrishnan reflects a strategic choice emphasizing administrative experience and regional representation from South India.