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AAP in Punjab faces deeper revolt as 43 MLAs reportedly back Raghav Chadha
Politics
Published on 25 April 2026
Punjab MLAs reportedly reaching out behind party lines
Just a day after seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha, reportedly moved to the BJP, fresh reports claim trouble is spreading in Punjab. Sources suggest as many as 43 Punjab MLAs are in touch with Chadha, signaling a potential internal split that could further weaken the party’s state leadership and strategy.
- Reports claim up to 43 Punjab MLAs are backing Raghav Chadha
- The development follows seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs defecting to the BJP
- Sources say multiple MLAs are in touch with Chadha behind the scenes
- The alleged shift could trigger a larger AAP leadership crisis in Punjab
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