Arvind Kejriwal Skips Sixth ED Summon in Liquor Policy Case, Calls Summons ‘Illegal’

The crux of the matter revolves around the alleged involvement of liquor companies in shaping Delhi's Excise Policy to secure a 12% profit

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s decision to skip his sixth summons by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the liquor policy case has sparked significant controversy. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has vehemently criticized the ED’s summons, labeling them as “illegal” and urging the agency to await the court’s decision. This ongoing confrontation has intensified, with Kejriwal repeatedly accusing the Modi government of “harassment” in relation to the ED summons, while the AAP has consistently denounced the summons as unlawful.

The ED’s persistent efforts to secure Kejriwal’s appearance have led to a series of summons, with the first being sent for November 2, 2023, and the most recent for February 2, 2024. The ED’s recourse to the court became necessary when Kejriwal failed to appear, and on February 17, he appeared before the Rouse Avenue Court via video conferencing, requesting additional time to appear in person due to the budget session. Subsequently, the court scheduled the next hearing in the case for March 16.

The crux of the matter revolves around the alleged involvement of liquor companies in shaping Delhi’s Excise Policy to secure a 12% profit, with the CBI asserting that a liquor lobby provided kickbacks to public servants, leading to allegations of money laundering by the ED. Furthermore, the BJP has accused the Aam Aadmi Party of utilizing the profits from these alleged illicit activities to fund its election campaign in Gujarat, enabling it to achieve national party status.

This complex and contentious situation has significant implications for the political landscape, with the involvement of high-profile figures such as Arvind Kejriwal and the ongoing legal proceedings adding to the gravity of the matter. The developments in this case are being closely monitored, and the outcome is anticipated to have far-reaching ramifications. As the legal process unfolds, it is likely to continue attracting widespread attention and scrutiny.

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