Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, will be produced before a city court today, as his judicial custody in a money laundering case linked to the excise policy scam ends. The court will determine whether to extend his custody or grant him bail.
Political tensions have heightened over allegations regarding Kejriwal’s diabetic condition. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) claims that the Tihar authorities have denied insulin to Kejriwal, while the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has dismissed these allegations as an attempt to secure bail.
As the Tihar authorities and AAP exchange accusations, a medical board is expected to examine Kejriwal to assess his diabetic condition and determine if he requires insulin to regulate his blood sugar levels.
Kejriwal himself has alleged that the jail authorities have refused to provide him with insulin, leading to a spike in his sugar levels. The jail administration, however, maintains that Kejriwal did not raise the issue of insulin during consultations with doctors.
The AAP has condemned the jail administration’s statement as “false and misleading,” accusing it of acting under “political pressure.” Kejriwal has written to the jail administration, refuting their claims and stating that he has repeatedly requested insulin.
The outcome of today’s court hearing remains uncertain, with both sides presenting their arguments and evidence before the judge. The court’s decision will determine the next steps in Kejriwal’s legal battle.
