'Difficult To Get Out Of Chakravyuh': Dhankhar Makes Cryptic Remarks At 1st Public Address Post Resignation | WATCH

Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday made his first appearance at a public function since resigning as the country's vice president, where he discussed the risk of falling into narratives, saying it is difficult to get out of this "chakravyuh". His remarks came when he was speaking at the launch of the book 'Hum Aur Yah Vishva', written by RSS All India Executive Member Manmohan Vaidya, at an event in Bhopal.Referring to the mention of narrative by a previous speaker, Dhankhar said, "...'Bhagwan kare ki koi narrative ke chakkar mein na fas jaye, iss chakravyuh mein koi fass gaya toh nikalna bada mushkil hain' (God willing, no one gets into the problem concerning narratives. If one gets into this trap, it is difficult to come out). I am not giving my example,"

he said to laughter from the audience.

Referring to the duration of his speech, Dhankhar then said that he cannot leave his duty to "catch a flight" and that "my recent past is proof of it"."Message has come, there is a time limit (to speech)....Main flight pakadne ki chinta se apne kartavya ko nahin chhod sakta' (I cannot leave my duty in the worry of catching a flight). My recent past is proof of it," Dhankhar said, again evoking smiles and cheers from the audience.The Congress had recently accused Dhankhar of being "totally silent" for more than 100 days since his resignation.

Dhankhar's sudden resignation

Dhankhar on July 21 tendered his resignation from his post as vice president, citing medical reasons. "To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the constitution. I extend my deepest gratitude to Your Excellency – the Hon'ble President of India for her unwavering support and the soothing wonderful working relationship we maintained during my tenure," Dhankhar wrote in his resignation."I express my deep gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister and the esteemed Council of Ministers. Prime Minister's cooperation and support have been invaluable, and I have learned much during my time in office," he added.His sudden resignation triggered speculation in the political circles.C.P. Radhakrishnan was sworn in as his successor on September 12. (With agency inputs)