CBI Files Chargesheet Against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in Excise Policy Case

New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed a chargesheet on Monday against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Rouse Avenue Court, in connection with the ongoing excise policy case.

This chargesheet is a significant step in the investigation into alleged irregularities in the high-profile liquor case, which has attracted substantial public and political attention. The chargesheet follows an extensive probe into the alleged misuse of the Delhi excise policy, purportedly involving substantial financial misconduct.

The CBI’s action adds to the mounting challenges for Kejriwal, who faces serious allegations that could impact his position as Delhi CM and the broader political landscape in the national capital. On Friday, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) claimed that Kejriwal is being treated as a “political prisoner.”

At a press conference, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak alleged that Kejriwal is the victim of a “conspiracy.” “Kejriwal is a political prisoner. Everyone knows how dictatorships treat political prisoners. Efforts are being made to scare him so that he does not raise his voice,” he stated.

Pathak also highlighted Kejriwal’s severe diabetes, from which he has suffered for 30 years, noting that his condition is being aggravated by hypoglycemia, which is “hazardous” to his health.

“His sugar levels declined 34 times while in judicial custody between June 3 and July 7. This is a serious issue. He is not an ordinary person. He is an elected chief minister,” Pathak emphasized.

He added that AAP has discussed the matter with its INDIA bloc allies and announced plans for a rally on July 30.