The Delhi HC is scheduled to deliver Tomorrow (April 9th) its verdict on a plea by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is in judicial custody in a money laundering case linked with the alleged excise scam, challenging his arrest.
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NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court is scheduled to issue a crucial verdict regarding Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal‘s legal challenge against his arrest in connection with a money laundering case tied to the alleged excise scam. This highly anticipated decision is set to be announced by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday (April 9th), as indicated by the court’s official cause list.
The focal point of Kejriwal’s plea is not only his initial arrest but also his subsequent detention under the Enforcement Directorate’s custody, followed by his remand to judicial custody, which has led to his current confinement in Tihar Jail. This case has garnered significant attention, reflecting the intricate interplay between political figures and legal scrutiny within India’s judicial system.
Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP national convener, has raised concerns about the timing of his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), suggesting that it undermines fundamental constitutional principles such as democracy, the integrity of free and fair elections, and the maintenance of a level playing field. His arrest has sparked debate over its timing, especially considering its proximity to upcoming elections, and whether it infringes upon the equitable application of the law.
The ED, however, has countered Kejriwal’s plea, arguing that he is not entitled to “immunity” from arrest simply because of the imminent elections. The agency’s stance is that the law applies uniformly to everyone, including high-profile individuals like Kejriwal and the average citizen, or “aam aadmi,” reflecting the principle that no one is above the law.
Kejriwal’s arrest on March 21 came shortly after the Delhi High Court declined to provide him protection from coercive action by the ED. Subsequently, he was remanded to judicial custody on April 1, following the expiration of his custody under the ED.
The case centers around allegations of corruption and money laundering in the development and implementation of the Delhi government’s excise policy for the fiscal year 2021-22, a policy which has since been revoked. This matter has drawn significant attention, not only due to the high-profile nature of the accused but also because of its implications for political and legal proceedings in the country.
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