On Thursday (4th July),A Delhi court has reserved its decision for July 9 on whether to acknowledge a new chargesheet by the ED against jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in an alleged money laundering case linked to the excise policy. Kejriwal, the AAP national convener, remains in Tihar jail until July 12 due to a related CBI case.
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DELHI: On Thursday (4th July), A Delhi court has reserved its order for July 9 on whether to take cognisance of a fresh chargesheet filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against the jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with an alleged money laundering case linked to the excise policy.
Arvind Kejriwal, who is also the national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), is currently incarcerated in Tihar jail until July 12 due to a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) case related to the excise policy.
Special Judge Kaveri Baweja, after hearing the arguments presented by the ED, decided to reserve her order. The ED argued that there is sufficient evidence against the accused to warrant prosecution.
“There is enough evidence to bring charges against the accused.”
-stated the ED representative.
Additionally, the ED has named the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as an accused entity in the chargesheet.
The latest chargesheet also lists Vinod Chauhan and Ashish Mathur as accused in the liquor policy case. The specifics of their involvement have been outlined in the document submitted by the ED.
This case has garnered significant attention due to the involvement of high-profile political figures and the implications it holds for the current political landscape. The ED’s investigation into the alleged money laundering activities linked to the excise policy has been ongoing, with numerous twists and turns along the way.
“The evidence detailed in the chargesheet unequivocally implicates the accused in the money laundering activities.”
– added the ED spokesperson during the hearing.
The Aam Aadmi Party, on the other hand, has consistently denied any wrongdoing and has accused the central government of using investigative agencies to target its leaders.
“This is a blatant case of political vendetta. The charges are unfounded, and we will contest them in court.”
-said a senior AAP leader.
As the court proceedings continue, all eyes will be on July 9, when Special Judge Kaveri Baweja will deliver her order on the fresh chargesheet. The outcome of this decision is expected to have far-reaching consequences, not just for Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP, but also for the broader political scenario in the country.
In the meantime, Kejriwal remains in Tihar jail, maintaining his innocence and preparing for the legal battles ahead.
“I have complete faith in the judiciary and am confident that the truth will prevail.”
-Kejriwal said in a statement prior to his incarceration.
The inclusion of Vinod Chauhan and Ashish Mathur in the chargesheet adds another layer of complexity to the case. Their roles and the extent of their involvement will be scrutinized in the upcoming court sessions.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) informed the court today that Rs. 1.06 crore was recovered from Vinod Chauhan. The probe agency asserted that Chauhan was aware the money was proceeds from the Delhi liquor scam and that he transferred these funds through hawala routes for the Goa elections.
During Arvind Kejriwal’s bail hearing, the ED presented crucial evidence, revealing that screenshots of numerous hawala note numbers were retrieved from Vinod Chauhan’s phone. These numbers matched those in the data seized by the Income Tax department, further implicating Chauhan in the financial scandal.
The ED’s investigation has uncovered a complex network of financial transactions linking Delhi to Goa. The agency claimed that Vinod Chauhan played a pivotal role in transferring the proceeds of crime from Delhi to Goa, with Chanpreet Singh coordinating the collection in Goa.
The ED emphasized-
“There are messages from Abhishek Boinpally of the South Group conveying information about the hawala transfers.”
In addition, Ashok Kaushik’s statement provided more insights into the operation.
“In his statement, Ashok Kaushik revealed that, following Abhishek Boinpally’s instructions, he delivered large bags of cash to Vinod Chauhan on two occasions.”
-the ED stated.
This testimony is critical as it establishes a direct link between the main orchestrators and the on-ground operatives.
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The ED further bolstered its case by presenting screenshots of hawala money transfers between Vinod Chauhan and Abhishek Boinpally, along with other hawala operators. These screenshots provide a complete and direct money trail from the South Group to the AAP elections, highlighting the extent of the alleged financial malpractices.
The case has gained significant attention due to its political ramifications, involving prominent figures and intricate financial transactions. The ED’s revelations paint a detailed picture of how the scam was orchestrated and the key players involved.
The probe agency’s presentation in court aims to unravel the complex web of corruption, money laundering, and illegal financial transfers that underpin the Delhi liquor scam. By connecting the dots between the recovered funds, the hawala transactions, and the statements of those involved, the ED seeks to provide a comprehensive narrative of the illicit operations.