In a major political development, senior AAP leaders Raghav Chadha, Ashok Mittal, and Sandeep Pathak held a joint press conference at the Constitution Club of India in New Delhi, bringing the party’s internal developments into the spotlight.
Raghav Chadha has announced that he will join the BJP along with a big chunk of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs in the Rajya Sabha, dealing a major blow to former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal weeks after he was demoted within the party.
The press conference comes in the backdrop of recent leadership changes within the Aam Aadmi Party, particularly the removal of Raghav Chadha as the Rajya Sabha Deputy Leader and the appointment of Ashok Mittal in his place. While the party has described it as an organizational restructuring, the move has triggered political discussions around internal dynamics.
The biggest highlight of the press conference was Durgesh Pathak’s opening remark, where he said, “I, from AAP, today choose to part ways.” The statement immediately grabbed attention and led to speculation about its meaning, though no formal confirmation of his exit was clarified during the briefing.
Ashok Mittal, addressing the media, attempted to downplay any rift, stating that Raghav Chadha was the first to congratulate him on his new role. His statement appeared aimed at maintaining a message of unity within the party.
The leaders also addressed ongoing political narratives, including allegations related to Enforcement Directorate (ED) actions, responding to claims and defending their positions. These issues have added to the political buzz surrounding the party in recent days.
Held at the Constitution Club, an important venue for political engagements near Parliament, the press conference signals a crucial moment for AAP as it navigates leadership changes, internal messaging, and public perception.