Raghav Chadha quits AAP and joins BJP Can anti defection law disqualify him from Rajya Sabha

Published on 24 April 2026

Seven MPs moved together to dodge defection fallout

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha announced he is leaving the Aam Aadmi Party and merging with the Bharatiya Janata Party, a switch involving seven MPs. By moving as a merged group, the proposal aims to avoid anti-defection disqualification rules. The decision reshapes AAP’s Rajya Sabha numbers, especially from Punjab, leaving only three MPs with the party.

Raghav Chadha leaves AAP and merges with BJP in Rajya Sabha
The change involves seven MPs aiming to avoid anti defection action
AAP’s strength drops sharply, especially for Punjab lawmakers
Three MPs remain with AAP after the switch

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Raghav Chadha quits AAP and joins BJP Can anti defection law disqualify him from Rajya Sabha

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