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AAP to write to Rajya Sabha chairman for disqualification of seven defected MPs
On April 25, 2026, AAP leader Sanjay Singh said the party will write to the Rajya Sabha chairman to seek the disqualification of seven AAP MPs who quit the party the previous day. He cited the anti-defection law, stating that splits or factions in the Rajya Sabha or Lok Sabha have no legal recognition, even with a two-thirds majority.
Why It Matters
The move challenges the defections of party members and tests the enforcement of anti-defection provisions, potentially affecting Rajya Sabha composition and party dynamics.
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AAP to seek disqualification of defected MPs
April 25, 2026
Sanjay Singh announced the party will write to the Rajya Sabha chairman to seek the disqualification of seven MPs who quit the party, arguing under the anti-defection law that splits or factions cannot be recognized in the Rajya Sabha or Lok Sabha, even with a two-thirds majority.
Seven AAP MPs quit the party
April 24, 2026
Seven AAP MPs resigned from the party.