'BJP betrayed Punjabis’: Arvind Kejriwal reacts as Raghav Chadha joins BJP

In his first reaction to a major political jolt, Kejriwal launched a sharp attack, saying, “The BJP has once again betrayed Punjabis,” after Raghav Chadha announced his exit from the party.

Chadha, along with six other MPs, declared he would leave the Aam Aadmi Party and merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party- a move that has triggered a full-blown political confrontation.

Kejriwal’s brief but pointed response signalled the beginning of a fierce battle narrative.

AAP calls it ‘betrayal’

Leaders within AAP quickly rallied behind Kejriwal, accusing Chadha of turning his back on a party that elevated him to national prominence.

The development has been framed as a betrayal at a time when the party is gearing up for a crucial electoral fight in Punjab.

Internal rift explodes ahead of elections

The timing couldn’t be worse for AAP. With Punjab elections looming, the sudden exit of key Rajya Sabha MPs has exposed internal cracks within the party.

Kejriwal, who built AAP on an anti-corruption plank, now faces one of the biggest political challenges to his leadership.

Numbers, strategy and survival

Seven MPs switching sides could help them avoid disqualification under anti-defection laws — a factor that adds a strategic layer to the political drama.

For Kejriwal, the focus now shifts to damage control and retaining the party’s voter base.

High-stakes political battle begins

With accusations flying and alliances shifting, this episode marks a critical turning point.

Kejriwal’s sharp response sets the tone for what could become a high-voltage political showdown in the run-up to the next elections.