Supreme Court to Issue Verdict on Arvind Kejriwal’s Interim Bail Plea Today
The Supreme Court of India will pronounce its verdict on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s interim bail plea on May 10 in the Delhi excise policy scam money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Kejriwal on March 21, and he has been in judicial custody at Tihar Jail since then. The top court reserved its order on Kejriwal’s bail plea on May 7, stating that he must refrain from official duties if granted interim bail.
ED to File Fresh Charge Sheet
Meanwhile, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is expected to file a new charge sheet in the case soon, potentially naming Kejriwal, BRS leader K Kavitha, and others as accused. The ED has been investigating the alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy, which was implemented by the Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in November 2021.
Delhi Court Extends Judicial Custody
On the same day, a Delhi court extended Kejriwal’s judicial custody till May 20. The court’s decision came after the ED sought an extension of his custody, arguing that the investigation was at a crucial stage and that Kejriwal’s interrogation was necessary. Kejriwal’s legal team, however, opposed the extension, arguing that he had already been in custody for more than a month and that there was no justification for further detention.
The Supreme Court’s verdict on Kejriwal’s interim bail plea will be closely watched by political and legal observers. If granted bail, Kejriwal could potentially resume his official duties as Delhi Chief Minister. However, the court’s decision could also have implications for the ongoing investigation into the excise policy scam.
