Resurfaced remarks by Kumar Vishwas gain traction after Raghav Chadha is removed from key post in Aam Aadmi Party
April 5, 2026: A resurfaced video of former Aam Aadmi Party leader Kumar Vishwas has gone viral following the removal of Raghav Chadha as the party’s Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha. In the clip, Vishwas is heard suggesting that a “young man” rising within the party would eventually become the next target, a remark now being widely linked to recent developments involving Chadha. The timing of the video’s resurgence has drawn attention amid reports of Chadha being replaced by Ashok Mittal and facing restrictions in parliamentary proceedings.
Chadha reacted to the developments by stating he was “silenced, not defeated”, signalling unease while maintaining a measured stance. He also shared a video compilation of his speeches in the Rajya Sabha, seemingly highlighting his contributions. The developments have triggered renewed scrutiny over his role within the party and the circumstances surrounding his removal from the leadership position.
In the same viral clip, Vishwas appears to question the party’s internal functioning, suggesting that its leadership may be reluctant to allow others to grow — comments widely interpreted as an indirect reference to Arvind Kejriwal. With the video resurfacing at a sensitive political moment, the episode has reignited debate over leadership dynamics and internal hierarchy within AAP.