Raghav Chadha Appointed Chair of Rajya Sabha Petitions Panel
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has been appointed chairman of the Committee on Petitions, according to official sources.
May 23, 2026
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Source: thehindu.com
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has been appointed as the new chairman of the Committee on Petitions of the Upper House, according to official sources. The appointment was made after the committee was reconstituted.
Raghav Chadha, a member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), represents Punjab in the Rajya Sabha. There is no verified information about him switching to the BJP as of the latest available data.
The Committee on Petitions examines petitions on bills and matters of general public interest. The Rajya Sabha chairman, currently Jagdeep Dhankhar, appoints members to parliamentary committees.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Committee on Petitions in Rajya Sabha?
It is a parliamentary committee that examines petitions on bills and matters of general public interest referred to it by the Rajya Sabha.
Who is the current chairman of Rajya Sabha?
As of the latest verified information, Jagdeep Dhankhar is the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Which party does Raghav Chadha belong to?
Raghav Chadha is a member of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and represents Punjab in the Rajya Sabha.
