Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail to Arvind Kejriwal in Money Laundering Case

The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) concerning the Delhi liquor policy. This decision comes after Kejriwal’s incarceration for over 90 days.

Court’s Findings

The bench, led by Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta, acknowledged that while there was no illegality in Kejriwal’s arrest, the extended duration of his custody warranted the granting of interim bail. The court had previously requested a response from the ED regarding Kejriwal’s plea against his arrest.

Ongoing Investigations

Despite the interim bail, Kejriwal will remain in custody as he is currently being questioned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a separate case linked to the same excise policy.

Legal Background

The Delhi High Court had earlier upheld Kejriwal’s arrest, stating that the ED had “little option” after he repeatedly skipped summonses. Following this ruling, Kejriwal appealed to the Supreme Court.

AAP’s Response

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) celebrated the Supreme Court’s decision, asserting that “satyamev jayate” (truth alone triumphs). The party shared a post on X featuring Kejriwal holding the national flag.

Conclusion

The Supreme Court’s interim bail decision reflects a balance between legal scrutiny and the rights of the accused, as Kejriwal continues to navigate the legal challenges surrounding the excise policy.