Rift turns public after Rajya Sabha move
The Aam Aadmi Party’s internal rift erupted publicly after Raghav Chadha reacted to his removal as Rajya Sabha deputy leader.
Leaders defend decision, justify demotion
Senior leaders hit back strongly, defending the leadership and justifying Chadha’s “demotion” in the Upper House.
‘Kejriwal ke sipaahi’ back leadership
Delhi AAP chief Saurabh Bharadwaj and IT cell head Anurag Dhanda called themselves “Arvind Kejriwal ke sipaahi” while backing the decision.
‘Soft pr’ charge against Raghav Chadha
Saurabh Bharadwaj accused Raghav Chadha of focusing on “soft PR” instead of taking on the PM Narendra Modi-led government.
‘Samosa’ swipe over Parliament focus
Taking a swipe, Saurabh Bharadwaj said limited Parliament time should not be spent on issues like “samosas” instead of serious national concerns.
Questions over stance on PM Narendra Modi, BJP
Aam Aadmi Party leaders also said that Raghav Chadha rarely questioned PM Narendra Modi or the Bharatiya Janata Party and did not participate in opposition walkouts.
Punjab role under scrutiny
They also questioned his role as a Punjab Member of Parliament, claiming he failed to raise key state issues or speak up on cases against party workers.
Absence during key phase flagged
Raghav Chadha was not present in the country due to medical reasons when top Aam Aadmi Party leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, were jailed.
Silence on major issues alleged
Leaders accused Raghav Chadha of avoiding tough stands, staying silent on major issues, and “fearing PM Narendra Modi.”