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Massive drop in Instagram followers reflects online backlash after political defection
April 25, 2026: A day after quitting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and joining the BJP, Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha appears to be facing a significant digital backlash, especially from younger audiences. His political switch has sparked intense reactions online, highlighting how social media sentiment can quickly influence public perception.
According to reports, Chadha’s Instagram following dropped sharply from 14.6 million to 13.5 million within just 24 hours of his announcement, marking a decline of nearly one million followers. The sudden dip has drawn attention to the growing role of digital platforms in shaping political narratives and measuring public response in real time.
NCP (SP) spokesperson Anish Gawande pointed to what he described as a Gen Z-driven “unfollow campaign,” noting how quickly the internet can shift from support to criticism. The episode underscores how political decisions are increasingly being judged not just on the ground, but also in the fast-moving world of social media.