Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal challenges CBI arrest in excise policy case
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has approached the Supreme Court, challenging the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrest related to the Delhi excise policy case. Kejriwal’s legal team argues that the arrest is politically motivated and an abuse of power by the CBI, aimed at stifling dissent and targeting opposition leaders. The case revolves around alleged irregularities in the formulation and implementation of the excise policy, with accusations that the policy led to undue benefits for certain liquor companies.
Kejriwal’s petition contends that the CBI has not followed due process and that the arrest violates his fundamental rights. The case has become a significant political issue, with Kejriwal and his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accusing the central government of using investigative agencies as tools for political vendetta. They assert that the excise policy was approved following all legal procedures and that the allegations are baseless.
The Supreme Court’s response to the petition is eagerly awaited, as it could have significant implications for the ongoing tussle between the Delhi government and the central authorities. The case also raises broader questions about the role of investigative agencies in India’s political landscape and the potential misuse of power. Kejriwal’s challenge marks a critical moment in this high-stakes legal and political battle, which has drawn national attention.
