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Arvind Kejriwal Led AAP Faces Enforcement Directorate Probe in Delhi Excise Policy 'Scam': What You Need to Know
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has come under scrutiny from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged 'scam' in the formulation and implementation of the Delhi Excise Policy. The probe has raised questions about the party's conduct and its adherence to ethical norms.
Background of the Excise Policy 'Scam':
In November 2021, the Delhi government introduced a new excise policy that allowed private players to open liquor shops in the city. However, the policy was soon scrapped after allegations of irregularities and favoritism in the bidding process surfaced. The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused the AAP government of colluding with liquor barons and benefiting from kickbacks.
Enforcement Directorate Investigation:
In August 2022, the ED initiated a money laundering investigation into the excise policy case. The agency has alleged that certain AAP leaders, including Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, received kickbacks from liquor companies in exchange for awarding them favorable licenses.
The ED has conducted searches at several locations and arrested multiple individuals, including former excise commissioner Arva Gopi Krishna and businessman Vijay Nair, an associate of Kejriwal.
AAP's Response:
The AAP has denied all allegations of corruption and termed the ED probe as politically motivated. Kejriwal has accused the BJP of trying to destabilize his government and target its leaders through baseless charges.
Impact on AAP's Reputation:
The ongoing probe has damaged the AAP's image as a clean and honest party. It has also raised questions about the ethical behavior of party leaders and their commitment to transparency.
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