New Delhi, September 12, 2025: In a poignant gesture following his swearing-in as the 15th Vice President of India, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan paid floral tributes to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, at his eternal abode at Rajghat. The visit, held shortly after the oath-taking ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, symbolized a deep reverence for Gandhian principles of truth, non-violence, and national unity, aligning with the new Vice President’s commitment to constitutional values and public service.
Accompanied by senior officials, Shri Radhakrishnan laid wreaths at the Samadhi and offered silent prayers, reflecting on Gandhi’s enduring legacy in shaping modern India. This traditional post-inauguration homage underscores the continuity of democratic traditions and the Vice President’s role in upholding the nation’s foundational ideals.The event comes on the heels of Shri Radhakrishnan’s oath administered by President Droupadi Murmu earlier in the day, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries. As ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, the Vice President is poised to guide parliamentary proceedings with wisdom drawn from his extensive political career.
