The political landscape in Punjab has been shaken following the defection of seven Rajya Sabha MPs from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This move has led to intense backlash, with AAP leaders labeling the defectors as 'gaddar' (traitors) and 'baahri' (outsiders). Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticized the defectors, stating they lacked mass support and were not representative of the party's leadership. The situation has escalated, with protests erupting across Punjab, where AAP supporters have vandalized properties associated with the defectors. The BJP, which has struggled to establish a foothold in Punjab, welcomed the defectors, viewing this as an opportunity to strengthen its position ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. Political analysts suggest that the defections were foreseeable due to the party's internal issues and lack of a strong ideology. As the political drama unfolds, the AAP has filed a complaint seeking the disqualification of the defectors, although legal experts believe they may be shielded from action under constitutional provisions.