A criminal contempt process has been initiated against AAP leaders and others over alleged scandalous remarks targeting a Delhi High Court judge. The petitioner has sought mandatory consent under law, after which the case will be formally filed before the court.
AAP’s Saurabh Bhardwaj fiercely criticizes the Centre for overturning the Supreme Court’s decision and bringing an ordinance to appoint “yes-men” as Election Commissioners. He warns that this move will destroy the Election Commission’s independence and poses a serious threat to India’s democracy.
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.
