The political crisis inside the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) deepened on Tuesday after senior party leader Sanjay Singh accused the Rajya Sabha Secretariat of making “unauthorised” changes in the party’s official records after the dramatic exit of seven AAP MPs.
In a letter to the Secretary General of Rajya Sabha, Singh raised serious objections over changes allegedly made in the party’s parliamentary position, including the reduction in AAP’s numerical strength and changes related to the party’s floor leadership.
Calling the alterations unilateral and irregular, Singh demanded an immediate inquiry and sought detailed clarification on how and why the changes were made.
Sanjay Singh Questions Changes in Rajya Sabha Records
As the AAP’s leader in the Rajya Sabha, Sanjay Singh said that official House records appear to have been modified without informing the party.
He questioned the basis on which the party’s official numbers and leadership details were changed, and asked the Secretariat to explain the authority under which the revisions were approved.
In his communication, Singh asked for answers to several key points, including:
- When the changes were made
- On what basis the records were altered
- Who authorised the changes
- Why the party was not consulted before making the revisions
The letter reflects AAP’s growing concern that the parliamentary record changes were carried out without following proper procedure.
AAP Seeks Documents and Formal Inquiry
Demanding transparency, Singh asked the Rajya Sabha Secretariat to provide copies of all relevant orders, instructions and communications linked to the changes.
He also requested a written reply at the earliest and urged the authorities to conduct a formal inquiry into the matter.
Row Erupts After 7 AAP MPs Announce Merger with BJP
The controversy comes days after seven of AAP’s ten Rajya Sabha MPs announced that they were merging with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
The MPs invoked provisions of the anti-defection law, claiming that since more than two-thirds of AAP’s Rajya Sabha members had moved together, the merger was legally valid and they could not be disqualified.
This move sharply reduced AAP’s numbers in the Upper House and strengthened the BJP’s position in Parliament.
However, the AAP has strongly opposed the merger and argued that the conditions under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution were not properly met.
The party has already filed a separate plea seeking the disqualification of the defecting MPs.
Separate Battle Over Parliamentary Records
While AAP’s disqualification petition challenges the legality of the MPs’ merger with the BJP, Sanjay Singh’s latest letter focuses specifically on how the Rajya Sabha records were updated.
The party is alleging that official changes were made in House records without due communication or procedural clarity.
This means that AAP is now fighting on two fronts — one against the merger itself and another over the official recognition of those changes in parliamentary records.
AAP Pushes for Accountability
Through the letter, Sanjay Singh has framed the issue as one of institutional accountability, arguing that official parliamentary records cannot be changed without proper authorisation and transparency.
The demand for a formal probe signals that AAP wants the Rajya Sabha Secretariat to explain whether parliamentary norms were followed while updating the party’s status.
The latest development adds another layer to the ongoing political battle triggered by the exit of seven MPs, as AAP attempts to challenge both the political and procedural fallout of the defections.
As pressure mounts, the Rajya Sabha Secretariat’s response to Sanjay Singh’s allegations could become crucial in deciding the next phase of the dispute.
Why has Sanjay Singh written to the Rajya Sabha Secretary General?
Sanjay Singh has alleged that unauthorised changes were made in AAP’s official Rajya Sabha records after seven MPs exited the party.
What changes has AAP objected to?
AAP has objected to changes in its numerical strength in the Rajya Sabha and alterations related to party leadership records.
Did AAP also challenge the MPs’ merger with BJP?
Yes, AAP has separately filed a petition seeking disqualification of the seven MPs who merged with BJP.
What is Sanjay Singh demanding now?
He has demanded a formal inquiry, written clarification, and copies of all orders or communications related to the changes.
