Raghav Chadha, Other MPs Who Came From AAP Get Key BJP Committee Roles For Punjab Polls - NDTV

In a move that surprised many observers, the Bharatiya Janata Party announced that former Aam Aadmi Party members, including Raghav Chadha, will serve on its Punjab election committee. The decision follows a period of intense political realignment in the state, where the BJP seeks to broaden its appeal beyond its traditional voter base. By bringing in former AAP leaders, the party hopes to tap into the urban electorate that has shown a growing appetite for reformist politics.

The committee will oversee campaign strategy, candidate selection and voter outreach across Punjab’s 117 assembly seats. Raghav Chadha, who served as an MP from the Amritsar constituency, is expected to bring his experience in grassroots mobilisation to the team. Other former AAP MPs will also hold positions that influence messaging and policy proposals, signalling a shift in the BJP’s approach to coalition building.

The appointments are likely to influence voter perception in a state where the AAP has recently won a significant number of seats. Supporters of the former AAP leaders may view the move as a sign of inclusivity, while critics argue that it could dilute the BJP’s ideological stance. Election officials will monitor how the new committee shapes campaign messaging, as the results could determine the balance of power in Punjab’s next assembly.