Dehradun, April 27 -- There has to be more to former AAP Rajya Sabha MPs' decision to 'merge' with the BJP than seems to meet the eye. On the face of it, they have been unable to endure the 'ill-treatment' dealt out by AAP Supremo Arvind Kejriwal. One example is that of Swati Maliwal, who was not only insulted but even physically assaulted in then Chief Minister Kejriwal's residence. Even though the controversy remained in the headlines for quite some time, she received no support from her party colleagues and had to suffer political isolation. This reflects upon the culture of the Aam Aadmi Party, revealing the dictatorial hold Kejriwal has upon it and wishes to maintain with the help of a small coterie of supporters.

Raghav Chadha and co...