AAP MP Sanjay Singh has written letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, accusing the Tihar Jail of turning into a "torture house" for CM Arvind Kejriwal. Singh claims that Kejriwal is under constant surveillance through CCTV cameras. The treatment allegedly goes against "democratic dignity" and Singh demands it to be stopped immediately. The AAP MP also questioned Kejriwal's arrest and asked if his "crime" was providing education to the poor, providing free services, and implementing schemes for women. The BJP has accused the AAP of using Kejriwal's arrest to gain sympathy in the Lok Sabha polls.
Sanjay Singh Alleges Tihar Prison as "Torture House" for Arvind Kejriwal
Background:
Sanjay Singh, a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has accused the Tihar Prison Complex in Delhi of becoming a "torture house" for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The allegations surfaced after Kejriwal's arrest in connection with a defamation case filed against him by Union Minister Arun Jaitley.
Allegations and Demands:
Singh, in letters addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, claimed that Kejriwal is being subjected to constant surveillance through CCTV cameras. He alleged that the treatment Kejriwal is receiving violates his "democratic dignity" and should be stopped immediately.
Singh also questioned the legality of Kejriwal's arrest, asking whether his "crime" was providing education to the poor, providing free services, and implementing schemes for women.
BJP's Response:
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the AAP of using Kejriwal's arrest to gain sympathy in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. BJP leaders have argued that Kejriwal is not above the law and must be held accountable for his actions.
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