A Delhi court has turned down the bail plea of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister, Manish Sisodia, in connection with the liquor policy case. The bail application faced opposition from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Special judge Kaveri Baweja of Rouse Avenue Court dismissed Sisodia’s bail plea after deliberating on it since April 20. Presently in judicial custody, Sisodia is held at Delhi’s Tihar Jail, where his party colleague and Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, is also detained regarding the same case.
Judicial Custody Extended Amid Alleged Excise Policy Scam
The judicial custody of Manish Sisodia, along with co-accused Vijay Nair and others, has been prolonged until May 8 in a money laundering case linked to the purported Delhi excise policy scam.
During the proceedings, the court directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to furnish a report outlining the expected duration for digitizing the documents associated with the chargesheet. The ED had alleged that the accused individuals were causing delays in the legal process and were not cooperating to expedite the hearings.
Ongoing Legal Battle Surrounding Alleged Corruption
The denial of bail for Manish Sisodia underscores the ongoing legal battle concerning the alleged irregularities in Delhi’s liquor policy. The case has drawn significant attention, specifically due to the involvement of prominent AAP leaders, including Sisodia and Kejriwal.
The rejection of Sisodia’s bail plea reflects the court’s stance on ensuring a thorough investigation and adherence to legal procedures. As the judicial process continues, the spotlight remains on the allegations of corruption and misconduct surrounding the Delhi excise policy.
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