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Chadha slams Kejriwal in first attack since BJP merger over Sheesh Mahal 2
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha launched his first attack on Arvind Kejriwal since joining the BJP alliance, backing the party's charge of a 'Sheesh Mahal 2' at Kejriwal's residence. The day saw a BJP press conference accusing Kejriwal of lavish living and a response from the AAP denying the claims as fake, with Chadha's remarks following hours later.
Why It Matters
The confrontation highlights ongoing tensions between the BJP and AAP and centers on allegations of extravagant living and the political implications of Kejriwal's residence imagery.
Timeline
4 Events
Chadha launches first attack since BJP merger, backs Sheesh Mahal 2 charge
April 25, 2026
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha described in a media interaction that 'Sheesh Mahal Part Two' has emerged in Delhi, and stated that the residence controversy was a major reason for the AAP's Delhi election loss, calling it his first attack since merging with the BJP along with six other MPs.
AAP calls the pictures fake; Atishi questions Pinterest source
April 25, 2026
AAP rejected the images as fake, false, and baseless. Atishi said the pictures were downloaded from Pinterest to defame Kejriwal and commented on the use of AI in the claims.
BJP flashes pictures of Kejriwal's bungalow during press conference
April 25, 2026
During the press conference, the BJP displayed pictures of a Type VII bungalow allotted to Kejriwal as chief of the AAP, alleging he used private money to create superior amenities at the bungalow.
Parvesh Verma holds press conference accusing Kejriwal of Sheesh Mahal 2
April 25, 2026
Delhi minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma held a morning press conference claiming Kejriwal had been moved from Sheesh Mahal in Delhi to a Punjab bungalow, and that he has prepared Sheesh Mahal 2 at Lodhi Estate, accusing Kejriwal of lavish living funded by private money.