NEW DELHI (Diya TV) — In a significant development, Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged liquor policy scam. This arrest has triggered waves of protests from AAP supporters and drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders, raising concerns about potential political implications just weeks before the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Kejriwal’s apprehension by the ED occurred after he had previously ignored several summons for questioning. The central agency, investigating the money laundering aspect of the case, conducted a search at Kejriwal’s residence before effecting his arrest in the evening. The allegations against him suggest his involvement as a “key conspirator” in a scam related to the now-defunct liquor policy, which purportedly yielded unusually high profits for certain stakeholders.
The timing of Kejriwal’s arrest, so close to the Lok Sabha elections, has added a political dimension to the situation. The AAP has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi of engineering a conspiracy, while opposition parties have rallied in support of Kejriwal, condemning what they see as the misuse of central agencies for political gains.
Legal proceedings surrounding Kejriwal’s arrest have intensified, with the AAP seeking relief from the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court declined to shield him from arrest. As the legal battle unfolds, questions persist about Kejriwal’s future as Delhi Chief Minister and the potential impact of his arrest on the looming elections.
The arrest of a serving Chief Minister has raised concerns about a potential constitutional crisis, with the AAP asserting that Kejriwal will continue to discharge his duties from jail if necessary. This situation underscores the broader tensions within India’s political landscape, with the nation closely monitoring developments as legal and political battles play out.
