The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has officially withdrawn from the INDIA bloc, signaling a significant blow to the opposition’s united front ahead of future elections.

The announcement was made following weeks of speculation over growing internal conflicts and strategic disagreements among member parties.

Sources within AAP revealed that the party was increasingly uncomfortable with the bloc’s direction and lack of clarity on leadership roles, seat-sharing arrangements, and policy alignments. A senior AAP leader stated that while the party initially joined the alliance with hopes of collective strength, the absence of mutual respect and transparency made continued collaboration untenable.

The INDIA bloc, formed to present a united challenge against the ruling NDA, now faces a critical challenge to maintain momentum and voter confidence. Political analysts believe AAP’s exit could inspire other fence-sitting parties to reconsider their stance within the alliance.

Reactions from the opposition camp have been mixed. While some leaders expressed disappointment, others accused AAP of acting in self-interest. Meanwhile, the BJP has seized the opportunity to highlight the alliance’s internal disunity, calling it a "fractured experiment."

AAP, which governs Delhi and Punjab, now plans to go solo or forge independent regional alliances for upcoming state and national elections. Party leaders emphasized that the decision was rooted in principle, not politics, and reaffirmed their commitment to governance reforms and anti-corruption.

As the political landscape reshapes itself, AAP’s move may have far-reaching implications for the opposition’s electoral strategy and the broader balance of power in Indian politics.