Signature scandal explodes: Is AAP’s Raghav Chadha guilty?

In a dramatic twist, five Rajya Sabha MPs have sounded the alarm against AAP‘s senior leader, Raghav Chadha, accusing him of illicitly adding their signatures to the select committee proposed for the controversial Delhi Services Bill. This shocking revelation has led to demands for a privilege motion against Raghav Chadha.

Explosive Allegations Pour In

The MPs raising the storm include heavyweights like Narhani Amin, Sudhanshu Trivedi, Sasmit Patra, Thambidurai, and Phangon Konyak. While the credibility of the Delhi Services Bill hangs in the balance, the deputy chairman, Harivansh, has assured the nation of a thorough investigation. Harivansh confirmed receiving a complaint and vowed to ensure a rigorous inquiry into the matter.

Sasmit Patra, visibly agitated, hinted at the fraudulent addition of signatures to the motion, intensifying the demand for a full-scale investigation. The Privileges Committee’s spotlight now looms large over the scandal.

Delhi Services Bill Controversy: Raghav Chadha in Hot Waters Over MP Signatures. Photo courtesy of Unscripted/Wikimedia Commons.

Home Minister Amit Shah Weighs In

As if the situation wasn’t electric enough, Union Home Minister Amit Shah added fuel to the fire, echoing the sentiment of fraudulent inclusions in the motion. The House witnessed pandemonium as Amit Shah questioned the legitimacy of the added names.

Raghav Chadha, seemingly undeterred by the brewing storm, challenged the allegations and invited a notice from the privilege committee, ensuring a robust response from his end.

Delhi Services Bill: The Catalyst?

This entire fiasco is deeply entwined with the contentious Delhi Services Bill, which has consistently been a thorn in the relationship between AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, and the central government. Despite the brewing controversy, the bill saw approval from both houses of parliament and now eagerly awaits the presidential nod from Droupadi Murmu.

For those unfamiliar, this bill seeks to place control of inquiries and suspensions of the national capital’s officials firmly in the Centre’s grip. The Lieutenant Governor is poised to gain increased authority, including sway over the recommendations of the National Capital Civil Services Authority and decisions related to the Delhi Legislative Assembly.

With accusations flying and political tensions escalating, the nation waits with bated breath for further revelations in the signature scandal.