Swati Maliwal Resigns from AAP Amid Allegations of Corruption and Misconduct
Swati Maliwal has officially resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party, citing serious allegations of corruption and misconduct within the party. Reflecting on her political journey, she expressed disappointment over the party's deviation from its founding principles. Maliwal's resignation comes amid claims of physical assault and threats against her, raising significant concerns about the party's internal dynamics. As she prepares to discuss these issues further upon her return to Delhi, the political landscape is shifting with reports of several AAP MPs merging with the BJP. This situation is unfolding rapidly, and the implications for AAP and its leadership are yet to be fully realized.
| Apr 24, 2026, 18:52 IST
Swati Maliwal's Resignation from AAP
Swati Maliwal has announced her resignation from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), citing a series of serious allegations against the party leadership and its operations. In her statement, Maliwal reflected on her political journey, mentioning that she left her job in 2006 to pursue national service. Through her involvement in the RTI movement, the Anna Hazare movement, the formation of AAP, and eight years of dedicated service at the Delhi Women's Commission, she claims to have contributed with utmost integrity and dedication at every level.
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Maliwal further expressed her disappointment, stating that the principles, values, and commitment to honest politics with which they began their journey have strayed under the influence of Arvind Kejriwal and the entire AAP. She alleged that she was subjected to severe physical assault and misconduct at Kejriwal's residence, where efforts were made to protect his associates while threatening her and attempting to ruin her reputation.
She emphasized that the rampant corruption within AAP, the harassment and assault of women, the promotion of criminal elements, and the betrayal of Punjab were key factors in her decision to leave the party. Maliwal mentioned that she was in Itanagar for a parliamentary committee meeting and would discuss the matter in detail upon her return to Delhi tonight.
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Rajya Sabha MPs Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak, and Ashok Mittal met with the BJP's national president Nitin Nabin at the party headquarters. They announced that two-thirds of AAP's Rajya Sabha MPs have merged with the BJP. Raghav Chadha tweeted that today, utilizing the provisions of the Indian Constitution, more than two-thirds of AAP's Rajya Sabha MPs have merged with the BJP. Seven MPs signed the document submitted to the honorable chairman of the Rajya Sabha, which he personally delivered along with two other MPs.
In 2006, I chose the path of serving the nation by leaving my job. I contributed with complete honesty and dedication during the RTI movement, Anna movement, the formation of AAP, and my eight years at the Delhi Women's Commission.
— Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) April 24, 2026
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