Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has voiced his concerns regarding the current state of India's political climate, deeming it "not favourable" for the nation's democracy and social well-being. Speaking at a 'Sneh Milan Samaroh' organized by the Rajasthan Pragatisheel Manch in Jaipur, Dhankhar highlighted the detrimental impact of the intensity and tone of political exchanges on the democratic and social fabric of India.

Dhankhar emphasized the importance of decorum in legislative conduct, cautioning that public disenchantment with the behavior of lawmakers could erode faith in democratic institutions. He warned that if the sanctity of these "temples of democracy" is compromised, people might seek alternatives. In this context, he suggested that former legislators could play a vital role in improving the quality of public discourse.

The Vice President stressed that political rivals should not be viewed as enemies, stating that "enemies may exist across borders, but there should be none within the country". He advocated for open expression and dialogue, emphasizing that constructive debate is essential and involves engaging with those who hold differing views. Dhankhar also highlighted the significance of a healthy opposition, describing it as a vital constituent of democracy rather than an adversary.

Dhankhar also addressed the criticism faced by constitutional authorities, particularly when state and central governments are controlled by different political parties. He noted that governors are often treated as "easy punching bags" in such situations. He expressed his disapproval of dragging the Vice President and President into this domain, considering it inappropriate.

Furthermore, Dhankhar refuted claims that he operates under pressure from others. He specifically addressed allegations made by former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, who suggested that opposition leaders were being silenced in the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha due to pressure on the presiding officers. Dhankhar asserted that he neither exerts pressure on anyone nor operates under pressure himself, and that Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla remains impartial and cannot be pressured.

In addition to his comments on the current political climate, Dhankhar has also spoken about the changes made to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution during the Emergency period in 1975. He described these changes, which added the words "Socialist," "Secular," and "Integrity," as a betrayal of the document's "Soul" and the vision of its framers. He argued that these amendments were made when the people of India were in a state of darkness and that they could create upheaval and signal a departure from India's civilizational ethos.

Dhankhar has also emphasized that national interest should be placed above party politics. He noted that when representing India abroad, there is no distinction between the ruling and opposition parties, and that everyone represents "Bharat". He stated that political differences may exist within the country, but there should be no personal animosities, and that this message is crucial for everyone to understand.