FACT CHECK: Was Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Residence Sealed?

Claim: Social media posts have gone viral claiming that former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s official residence has been sealed and he was asked to vacate it immediately following his resignation.

Fact: False. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check has officially debunked this claim. There is no truth to the reports of the former Vice President’s residence being sealed or any order asking him to vacate immediately.

What Was Claimed?

Viral posts on social media platforms alleged that Dhankhar was forced to leave his official residence, and that the premises were sealed abruptly after his resignation as Vice President of India.

PIB Clarification

• The PIB Fact Check account on X (formerly Twitter) refuted these rumors, stating: “These claims are Fake. Don’t fall for misinformation. Always verify news from official sources before sharing it.”
• The PIB emphasized that no such eviction or sealing had taken place.

What’s Really Happening?

• The Election Commission of India (ECI) has indeed begun preparations for the upcoming Vice-Presidential election following Dhankhar’s resignation.
• Activities include finalizing the Electoral College, appointing the Returning Officer, and compiling records of previous elections.

Conclusion

The claim that former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s official residence was sealed and vacated is completely false and misleading. Citizens are urged to rely on verified sources like the PIB and the Election Commission for accurate information.