Manish Sisodia’s bail plea for the Delhi Excise Policy case was heard at Rouse Avenue Court. The former Deputy CM’s counsel argued against alleged financial losses and prolonged trial delays. The next hearing is scheduled for April 6. This unfolds amidst investigations by the ED and CBI, notably entangling Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
Today (1st April): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been ordered to judicial custody in Tihar Jail until April 15 for his alleged involvement in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Kejriwal will be under 24-hour CCTV surveillance in Jail Number 2. The controversial policy aimed to reform liquor sales in the capital but faced opposition and was later scrapped.
Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi Today criticized the actions of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the case of K Kavitha, accusing them of unfairness and harassment. The advocate argued for bail, stating that Kavitha’s arrest was unnecessary and that the ED reneged on their undertaking to the Supreme Court. The case is scheduled for further hearing on April 4. Kavitha, a leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi, is accused in the Delhi excise scam case and is currently in judicial custody until April 9, with a plea for interim bail filed.
The Tihar Jail administrator on Sunday informed the court that K Kavitha, a leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi, cannot have home-cooked meals in prison as directed by the court. Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana CM, alleged non-compliance with the court’s directive. The court emphasized its order to comply with jail regulations and urged the lawyer to gather accurate instructions.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was remanded in six-day custody by a local court following his arrest in connection with a money laundering case related to the Delhi Excise Policy scam. The Enforcement Directorate alleged his involvement as a key conspirator and beneficiary in the alleged liquor scam case, presenting him before the court today at 2 PM.
On 27th March: The Delhi court has granted an early hearing for Manish Sisodia’s bail plea in the Delhi Excise Policy case, setting it for April 2, 2024, instead of the previously scheduled April 4. The bail plea is contested due to potential flight risk and tampering with evidence concerns, with the trial’s delay also factoring in.
A local court in Delhi today ordered the preservation of CCTV footage at the request of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. He sought the removal of a Delhi Police officer, alleging misconduct during a court appearance. Despite the allegations, the court ruled to place Kejriwal under the custody of the Enforcement Directorate until March 28 in relation to the Delhi excise policy scandal. Kejriwal’s lawyer questioned the timing of his arrest and the ED’s motives. The ED accused Kejriwal of being involved in bribery through the liquor policy and managing proceeds of crime in the Goa election campaign. Kejriwal’s defense emphasized the lack of direct evidence against him and questioned the ED’s actions. They highlighted the significance of this case as the first instance of a sitting Chief Minister being arrested in India, expressing concerns about its impact on democracy.
Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court granted Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal privileges during his six-day Enforcement Directorate custody, allowing family visits, medical treatment, and a special diet. Kejriwal is linked to the liquor policy case, facing allegations of kickbacks and manipulation. The legal battle holds broader implications for the Indian political and judicial landscape.
Today (18th March): A Delhi court has ordered Tihar authorities to escort Sanjay Singh to his Rajya Sabha oath-taking ceremony on March 19, despite ongoing legal proceedings. The court emphasized security measures and restricted his communication and public appearances. Singh is in judicial custody facing allegations related to the Delhi Liquor Scam. The ED and the CBI have alleged irregularities leading to substantial financial losses. A similar case involving K Kavitha is also being investigated.
