Raghav Chadha Granted Z Security by Central Government Following Withdrawal by Punjab
Raghav Chadha to get Z security in Delhi, Punjab, Y in other states: Centre
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Raghav Chadha, a Rajya Sabha member from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been granted Z category security in Delhi and Punjab by the central government after the Punjab government withdrew his security. This decision follows a review of his security needs, with Chadha retaining Y category security in other states.
- 01Raghav Chadha's Z category security is reinstated by the central government.
- 02The Punjab government recently withdrew his security cover.
- 03Chadha will maintain Y category security in other states.
- 04The Z category includes 22 commandos and bullet-resistant vehicles.
- 05The decision follows a review by central security agencies.
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Raghav Chadha, a member of the Rajya Sabha representing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been granted Z category security in Delhi and Punjab by the central government, following the withdrawal of his security by the Punjab government. This decision was made by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs after consulting with central security agencies. Chadha will continue to receive Y category security in other states. The Z category security comprises 22 highly trained commandos from the National Security Guards or Central Reserve Police Force, along with bullet-resistant vehicles, ensuring round-the-clock protection for Chadha's residence, office, and during travel. The Punjab government had reduced his security after Chadha was replaced as deputy leader of AAP in the Rajya Sabha by Ashok Mittal, whose business establishments were recently raided by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). AAP has accused Chadha of being responsible for these raids, leading to the withdrawal of his state security.
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This decision ensures that Raghav Chadha receives enhanced security in light of recent political developments and potential threats.
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