Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has applied for a monthly pension from the Rajasthan Assembly, citing his tenure as an MLA from 1993 to 1998. At 74, Dhankhar is entitled to a monthly pension of approximately Rs 42,000.
Details of Dhankhar's Tenure and Pension
- Legislative Experience: Dhankhar served as an MP from Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha seat from 1989 to 1991 and as an MLA from Kishangarh seat from 1993 to 1998.
- Pension Rules: According to the rules, Dhankhar is eligible for a separate pension for his tenure as MLA and MP.
- Previous Roles: He also held the offices of Governor of West Bengal from 2019 to 2022 and Vice President from August 2022 to July 2025.
Dhankhar resigned from his Vice Presidency citing health reasons, sparking controversy. Since then, he has kept a low profile.