Ashok Mittal becomes AAP RS deputy leader, Raghav Chadha out

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has officially informed the Rajya Sabha Secretariat about a leadership change. The party has removed Raghav Chadha from the post of deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha. It has appointed Ashok Mittal to take over the role. The party sent a formal letter to communicate this decision. This step marks a clear shift in its parliamentary leadership and internal structure.

AAP currently has 10 members in the Rajya Sabha. Seven members come from Punjab, while three represent Delhi. This change shows a strategic move by the party leadership. It also reflects an effort to reorganize roles within the team. The party aims to improve coordination and strengthen its performance in Parliament. At the same time, it wants to ensure better participation in key discussions.

Rajya Sabha Leadership Change: Ashok Mittal

Meanwhile, the party took this decision as part of an internal restructuring process. Ashok Mittal will now handle the responsibilities of deputy leader in the Upper House. He will coordinate with party MPs and present AAP’s position during debates. The leadership expects this change to improve communication within the party. It also aims to strengthen discipline and clarity in decision-making.

Moreover, this move shows that AAP wants to adapt to changing political needs. The party is trying to bring fresh energy into its leadership roles. It also wants to use different perspectives to improve its performance. As a result, this transition could shape the party’s strategy in the Rajya Sabha. It may also help the party respond more effectively to national issues.

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Raghav Chadha Raises Market Concerns

On the other hand, Raghav Chadha recently raised concerns about the Indian stock market. He noted that investors have lost nearly ₹48 lakh crore since the West Asia conflict began. During a discussion on the Appropriation Bill (No. 2) in the Rajya Sabha, he urged the government to provide relief to retail investors. Additionally, he stressed that small investors face the biggest impact during such crises, as they often lack the resources to absorb sudden financial losses.

Chadha described the situation as a “Black Swan event.” According to him, the crisis began suddenly and was triggered by external factors. He further clarified that it does not relate to India’s economic fundamentals, which remain stable. He also pointed out that global markets are facing high volatility due to the conflict, which has created uncertainty worldwide. As a result, Indian markets have seen sharp fluctuations. Consequently, investor confidence has declined, and market participants are becoming more cautious in their investment decisions.

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