Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was absent from the 8th summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding the excise policy case on Monday, March 4. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) reiterated Kejriwal’s stance that the summonses were deemed “illegal.” However, Kejriwal expressed his willingness to respond to the probe agency’s questions through video conference. The Chief Minister requested a date after March 12 to appear before the ED.
Request Declined by ED
Despite Kejriwal’s offer to participate in questioning via video conferencing, the ED declined the request. According to sources, the investigative agency cited the absence of provisions for interrogation through video conferencing. The ED emphasized its preference for physically interrogating the Delhi Chief Minister in connection to a liquor scam.
Legal Proceedings Continue
In addition to the ED summonses, Kejriwal faces a court appearance on March 16. The city court has summoned him in response to a complaint filed by the probe agency concerning his repeated absence from the ED summonses. The legal proceedings underscore the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Kejriwal’s involvement in the excise policy case.
Arvind Kejriwal maintains his stance regarding the legality of the ED summonses, branding them as “illegal.” Despite his absence from the summons, the Chief Minister remains open to engaging with the probe agency. His willingness to respond to questions via video conference reflects an attempt to address the allegations while adhering to his commitments as Delhi’s Chief Minister.
The developments surrounding Arvind Kejriwal’s involvement in the excise policy case continue to unfold amidst legal proceedings and investigative scrutiny. The ED’s refusal to accommodate Kejriwal’s request for virtual interrogation prolongs the process, indicating the gravity of the allegations and the agency’s insistence on a thorough investigation.
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