The Supreme Court of India will decide on the interim bail plea of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today, who was arrested in connection to a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate argued that campaigning is a legal, not constitutional, entitlement and therefore, Kejriwal should not be granted bail for the purpose of campaigning. While the Delhi court extended Kejriwal's judicial custody until May 20, the AAP party is preparing for the next phase of its poll campaign on May 13.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) rejoiced as the Supreme Court granted interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi Chief Minister and national convenor of the party. This comes as a major relief for the party, which has been fighting against "dictatorship" and promoting democracy. With the order, Kejriwal will be temporarily released until June 1, adding to the hope and enthusiasm of party workers. The court has also stated that he will have to surrender once the interim bail term expires, putting a temporary hold on the ongoing excise policy scam case.
The Delhi Chief Minister's arrest on charges of money laundering has been a major topic of discussion ahead of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Amidst all the chaos and uncertainties, the Supreme Court is set to make a crucial decision today on Mr Kejriwal's interim bail plea. Meanwhile, a Delhi court has extended his judicial custody till May 20, raising questions on the future of the Aam Aadmi Party leader's political campaign. Stay tuned for updates on this gripping story.