'Will Appeal To All MPs': Oppn VP Pick Sudershan Reddy Aims For Cross-Party Support

Last Updated:August 31, 2025, 05:11 IST

Emphasising the non-partisan nature of the Vice President's role, Justice Reddy called for backing from all political parties

Born in 1946 in Telangana, Justice Reddy served on the Supreme Court from 2007 to 2011, previously holding the position of Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court. (File Photo)

Justice B Sudershan Reddy (Retd), the vice-presidential nominee of the opposition INDIA bloc, embarked on a nationwide tour on Friday to garner political support for his candidacy. During his visit, he announced his plan to personally write to every Member of Parliament in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, urging them to support his bid. Emphasising the non-partisan nature of the Vice President’s role, Justice Reddy called for backing from all political parties.

“I will appeal to all MPs, regardless of their political affiliations, to cast their conscience vote in this election. The Vice President’s office, particularly as the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, requires impartiality, dignity, and a commitment to constitutional values," he stated while addressing a gathering in Hyderabad.

A retired Supreme Court judge, Justice Reddy was nominated earlier this month by the Congress-led Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), which also includes other major opposition parties like DMK, TMC, Shiv Sena (UBT), and RJD. His nomination is viewed as the opposition’s strategy to introduce a neutral, constitutionally credible candidate against the ruling NDA’s contender.

Born in 1946 in Telangana, Justice Reddy served on the Supreme Court from 2007 to 2011, previously holding the position of Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court. Renowned for his progressive rulings and legal integrity, he has continued to be involved in legal and public service initiatives post-retirement.

The vice presidential election, organised by the Election Commission of India, is scheduled to take place in the coming weeks. The elected Vice President also serves as the ex officio Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha, a role critical in maintaining legislative order and facilitating debates.

Despite the BJP-led NDA’s parliamentary majority, the INDIA bloc is relying on “moral authority", opposition unity, and cross-party appeal to challenge the ruling candidate effectively. Justice Reddy’s outreach to MPs, including those from neutral or smaller parties, aims to depoliticise the election and emphasise the importance of constitutional propriety.

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