Arvind Kejriwal’s Legal Battle: Supreme Court to Review Arrest Decision
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15.04.2024 : The legal battle surrounding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest in a money-laundering case is set to intensify as the Supreme Court gears up to hear his plea against a recent High Court order upholding his arrest. Here are the latest developments in this high-profile case.
Background of the Case – The arrest of Arvind Kejriwal stems from allegations related to corruption and money laundering linked to the formulation and execution of Delhi Government’s excise policy for 2021-22, which was subsequently annulled. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) took action against Kejriwal after he allegedly evaded multiple summons and declined to cooperate with the investigation.
Supreme Court Hearing Today – The Supreme Court, comprising a Bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta, is scheduled to hear Kejriwal’s plea challenging the Delhi High Court’s decision that upheld his arrest. This crucial hearing on April 15th will determine the legal course of action in this contentious case.
High Court’s Ruling – In a setback for Kejriwal, the Delhi High Court recently upheld his arrest by the ED, citing his non-compliance with investigative procedures. The court maintained that the ED had limited options after Kejriwal consistently ignored summonses and failed to participate in the inquiry. Consequently, the High Court dismissed Kejriwal’s petition challenging his arrest and subsequent custody by the federal agency.
Implications and Future Steps – The outcome of the Supreme Court’s hearing will have significant implications for Kejriwal’s legal standing and the trajectory of the ongoing investigation. As of now, Kejriwal remains in judicial custody until April 15th, with his legal team actively pursuing avenues to challenge the arrest and seek relief.
Stay tuned for further updates as this case unfolds in the apex court today.
– From – The Hindu News