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The speaker explains that Rajya Sabha members, like Chadha, represent their states and can speak on national issues, not just party-specific agendas. Although AAP can prohibit him from using their allotted time, the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha can still give him individual speaking opportunities. If Chadha is given time, his deep knowledge of AAP's internal workings and alleged corruption, especially as a chartered accountant, could be more damaging to Kejriwal than Maliwal's revelations.
The speaker reiterates that the AAP cannot remove Raghav Chadha from his Rajya Sabha seat as it represents the state, not the party. His resignation or death are the only ways for him to lose the seat. The maximum damage AAP could inflict on Chadha was to remove him from his deputy leader role. However, if the Chairman grants him time, Chadha could become a potent force against Kejriwal, potentially more dangerous than Swati Maliwal, due to his insider knowledge of the party's financial dealings.
The speaker begins by comparing the AAP's actions towards Raghav Chadha to those against Swati Maliwal, highlighting Maliwal's alleged assault at the Chief Minister's residence. Maliwal refused to resign from her Rajya Sabha seat, which AAP couldn't force because Rajya Sabha members represent their state, not a political party. The historical context of the Rajya Sabha, initially for princely states, is provided to explain its unique nature.
Raghav Chadha was made Deputy Leader when Sanjay Singh was jailed. Despite initially speaking well and even receiving extra time from the Vice President, Chadha began questioning party issues. The speaker notes Chadha's absence when Arvind Kejriwal was jailed. It's suggested that AAP views Chadha and Maliwal as building their own equity rather than promoting Kejriwal. AAP's agenda is to exclusively promote Arvind Kejriwal.
The AAP allegedly removed Raghav Chadha and requested that he not be given speaking time from the party's allocated slot. This action is seen as an attempt to silence anyone who doesn't align with Kejriwal's narrative. Chadha, a CA, is portrayed as someone who could expose the party's corruption, unlike Maliwal. He indicated his intention not to be silenced, questioning if raising public interest issues is a crime.