After being granted bail by the Supreme Court in the liquor policy case, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia posted on his social media handle, expressing his first morning of freedom after 17 months. He was greeted by jubilant AAP supporters upon his release from jail and was allowed to visit his ailing wife. The apex court has criticized the trial court and High Court for not giving due weightage to the principle of bail as the rule and jail as the exception. Sisodia's party has hailed his release as a victory of truth.
Manish Sisodia Granted Bail in Liquor Policy Case: A Triumph for Justice
Background:
Manish Sisodia, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, was arrested on August 23, 2022, by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the Delhi liquor policy case. He was accused of corruption and irregularities in the implementation of the policy.
The Central Bureau of Investigation alleged that Sisodia was part of a "cartel" that influenced the drafting and implementation of the liquor policy to benefit certain liquor companies. The agency claimed that he was one of the "masterminds" behind the alleged scam.
Sisodia has denied all charges and maintained his innocence throughout.
Supreme Court Granting Bail:
On March 11, 2023, the Supreme Court of India granted bail to Sisodia. The apex court criticized the lower courts for not giving due weightage to the principle of bail as the rule and jail as the exception.
The Supreme Court also observed that the CBI had failed to provide specific evidence to support its allegations against Sisodia. The court noted that the accused had cooperated with the investigation and was not a flight risk.
Release from Jail and Jubilant Reception:
Sisodia was released from jail on March 12, 2023, after spending 17 months in custody. He was greeted by jubilant supporters of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the party to which he belongs.
Sisodia visited his ailing wife, who was undergoing treatment for cancer, after his release.
Response from AAP:
The AAP has hailed Sisodia's release as a victory for truth and justice. AAP leaders have praised Sisodia's resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
Top 5 FAQs:
1. Why was Manish Sisodia arrested? Sisodia was arrested in connection with the Delhi liquor policy case, which alleged corruption and irregularities in the implementation of the policy.
2. What were the specific allegations against Sisodia? The CBI alleged that Sisodia was part of a "cartel" that influenced the policy to benefit certain liquor companies.
3. Did Sisodia admit to any of the charges? Sisodia has denied all charges and maintained his innocence throughout.
4. Why did the Supreme Court grant Sisodia bail? The Supreme Court criticized the lower courts for not giving due weightage to the principle of bail as the rule. The court also noted that the CBI had failed to provide specific evidence to support its allegations.
5. What is the significance of Sisodia's release? Sisodia's release is seen as a victory for truth and justice by his supporters. It has also reinvigorated the AAP ahead of the upcoming elections.
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