Here’s How Social Media Responded To Raghav Chadha Joining BJP
The political shift of Raghav Chadha from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has not just shaken political circles; it has triggered a massive and emotional response across social media platforms.
Within hours of his announcement, platforms like X and Instagram were flooded with reactions, memes, and criticism.
One comment on his Instagram post, simply saying “unfollow him”, garnered over one lakh likes, quickly becoming a symbol of public sentiment.
Many users began openly declaring that they were unfollowing him, signalling a sharp shift in perception from admiration to disappointment.
The backlash is largely driven by the resurfacing of Chadha’s old statements, where he had strongly criticised the BJP in the past.
Clips from his earlier interviews have gone viral again, with users reposting them alongside his latest speeches, highlighting what they see as a clear contradiction.
This contrast has become the core of online criticism, with many questioning his political consistency.
Memes have played a huge role in shaping the narrative.
Social media users have been circulating edited videos, side-by-side comparisons, and satirical posts mocking his transition from a BJP critic to a member of the same party.
Here, @raghav_chadha is saying that the BJP is a party of illiterates and gundas and that it gives patronage to Gundas.
Today, the same Raghav Chadha has joined the BJP.
Raghav Chaddha is a perfect example of “You become what you hate” pic.twitter.com/8SMXzjOpDL
— Dr Nimo Yadav 2.0 (@DrNimoYadav) April 24, 2026
BJP is a washing Machine.
Put the corrupt on one side and give clean chit from other side.
— Raghav Chaddha
And after this, he has joined the washing Machine 😂 pic.twitter.com/Z8LEHkpxuf
— Venisha G Kiba (@KibaVenisha) April 24, 2026
Woke Genz after Raghav chaddha joined BJP: pic.twitter.com/xUnuyLFnu2
— Prince🇮🇳🔱 (@princekumarmain) April 24, 2026
ng=”en” dir=”ltr”>Woke Genz after Raghav chaddha joined BJP : pic.twitter.com/xUnuyLFnu2— Prince🇮🇳🔱 (@princekumarmain) April 24, 2026
Several public figures also joined the conversation. YouTuber Dhruv Rathee shared his views on the controversy, adding to the ongoing debate around political accountability and ideological shifts.
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Actor Prakash Raj, known for his outspoken political opinions, also reacted, indirectly criticising the move hilariously and questioning the larger pattern of such transitions in Indian politics.
😂😂😂. #justasking pic.twitter.com/FF80jIgPqS
— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) April 25, 2026
What makes the reaction even more striking is that Raghav Chadha once enjoyed strong support online.
His speeches on middle-class issues, ranging from rising mobile recharge costs to everyday affordability concerns, had made him relatable to young and urban audiences.
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Many of those very supporters are now among the loudest critics, sharing clips of his past statements and expressing a sense of betrayal.
The timing of his move has further intensified the reaction. Coming just days after internal tensions within AAP and his removal from a key party position, many believe the decision was driven more by political strategy.
