The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has defended the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, citing his evasion of nine summons and the High Court’s denial of interim relief. Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has countered, accusing the Central agency of being a “lie machine” acting on behalf of the BJP.
The controversy stems from Kejriwal’s arrest related to the Delhi liquor policy case, with the ED filing an affidavit contesting his petition challenging the arrest. The agency highlighted Kejriwal’s repeated non-compliance with summons, alleging evasion of questioning and raising concerns about evidence tampering.
Specifically, the ED mentioned instances of cellphone tampering and destruction by individuals linked to the scam, raising suspicions of attempts to manipulate evidence. However, AAP dismissed these claims, asserting that the ED’s actions were politically motivated and lacking substantial evidence.
AAP accused the ED of aligning with the BJP’s agenda to hinder Kejriwal’s election campaign, labeling the investigation as a “BJP investigation” rather than an impartial inquiry. The party criticized the ED’s role, claiming it lacked any credible evidence against Kejriwal and other implicated leaders.
The legal battle surrounding Kejriwal’s arrest has escalated to the Supreme Court, following the Delhi High Court’s validation of the arrest. While the top court has deferred an early hearing, it has directed the ED to submit its response to Kejriwal’s petition by April 26.
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