The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi approved an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) investigation against Satyendar Jain, accusing him of taking a Rs.7 crore bribe to waive a Rs.16 crore penalty imposed on Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for delays in a Rs.571 crore CCTV project. Jain, already in jail for money laundering, rejects the accusations as political conspiracies by the BJP. The investigation’s outcome will be significant for Delhi’s fight against corruption.
Delhi Lt. Governor V.K. Saxena initiated a corruption probe into a recent hospital fire, criticizing Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s response. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has not yet responded. Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj mandated a safety equipment audit in city hospitals. The investigation highlights ongoing tensions between the Lt. Governor and the Delhi government.
The Delhi High Court instructed the DDA to develop comprehensive SOPs for booking Ramleela sites within five weeks, aiming to ensure transparency and fairness. This comes after petitions raised concerns about irregularities in the current process. The court has also prohibited new bookings until the new guidelines are established. The aim is to maintain the integrity of this tradition.
The Delhi government, led by the Aam Aadmi Party, has filed 10 petitions against the lieutenant governor (LG) in the Supreme Court between April 2023 and May 2024. These petitions cover various issues, including challenges to the GNCTD Act, appointment disputes, and funding for welfare schemes, reflecting ongoing legal tensions between the two entities.
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Today (13th May): The Supreme Court rejected a plea to remove Arvind Kejriwal as the Chief Minister of Delhi, stating that it is the Lieutenant Governor’s responsibility to address the issue. Both the Supreme Court and the Delhi High Court declined to intervene in the matter, emphasizing the non-interference principle and expressing reluctance to be involved in a political dispute.
Today (6th May): Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor has recommended the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to probe into allegations of political funding received by Arvind Kejriwal’s party from the “Sikhs For Justice” group. Kejriwal, currently in Tihar Jail, faces legal challenges, and the situation remains uncertain, with potential implications for Delhi’s governance and administration.
Today(on 26th April)The Supreme Court has agreed to review the Delhi government’s challenge against a central law granting more power to the lieutenant governor over administrative services. The Delhi government emphasizes the urgent need for a decision as the matter has disrupted administration. The court is currently occupied with another case but recognizes the importance of the plea.
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The Delhi High Court rejected a PIL seeking the removal of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, stating it as his personal decision. The court emphasized that only the Lieutenant Governor or the President of India should decide such matters. The petitioner was advised to approach the competent authorities. This was the second PIL of its kind to be dismissed by the High Court.
The Hindu Sena has filed a PIL seeking the removal of Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister due to alleged misconduct. They argue that Kejriwal’s arrest while still in office breaches the Constitution. The PIL urges the court to intervene, claiming that the Delhi government is not functioning within constitutional boundaries.
Today (22nd March)A PIL was filed in the Delhi High Court to remove Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case linked to an excise policy. The petition demands explanations from relevant authorities and calls for Kejriwal’s dismissal. The court will schedule a hearing after addressing certain flaws in the petition.