Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to Appear in Court on July 12 in Excise Policy Case
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal: The alleged excise policy scam case has been making headlines in India, particularly in Delhi. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is also the National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been implicated in this case by both the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Recent Developments
Production Warrant Issued
On Tuesday, July 9, a special court in Delhi issued a production warrant against Arvind Kejriwal. This warrant directs the accused Chief Minister to appear before the court on July 12. The decision was made by Special Judge Kaveri Bavija after taking cognizance of the supplementary charge sheet filed by the ED.
Arrest Timeline: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Here’s a brief overview of the key events:
DateEventMarch 21, 2024ED arrests KejriwalJune 25, 2024CBI interrogates KejriwalJune 26, 2024CBI arrests KejriwalJune 29, 2024Special court sends Kejriwal to judicial custody till July 12
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Legal Proceedings
CBI Custody and Judicial Remand
Following his arrest by the CBI on June 26, Kejriwal was initially remanded to the custody of the central investigation agency for three days. After this period, on June 29, Special Vacation Judge Sanaina Sharma at Rouse Avenue court ordered Kejriwal to be sent to judicial custody until July 12.
Bail in ED Case
It’s worth noting that earlier, on June 20, a special court had granted bail to Kejriwal in the case registered by the ED. However, this bail order was subsequently suspended.
