Enforcement Directorate has filed an affidavit opposing interim bail for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was arrested in the liquor policy case on March 21. The Supreme Court is set to decide on his petition for bail to allow him to campaign for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.
The probe agency has argued that laws are equal for all and campaigning is neither a fundamental nor a constitutional right. It emphasized that no political leader has ever been granted bail for campaigning and expressed concerns that granting bail to Mr. Kejriwal would set a wrong precedent.
This stance from the Enforcement Directorate comes amidst a heated political atmosphere in the country, with the Lok Sabha elections in full swing. The case surrounding Mr. Kejriwal has garnered significant attention, with many eagerly awaiting the Supreme Court's decision on his bail petition.
While the AAP chief's supporters advocate for his release to enable him to canvas for his party candidates, the Enforcement Directorate's opposition underscores the complexities of the legal and political landscape. The outcome of the Supreme Court's decision on Friday will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications, shaping the course of the ongoing elections and setting precedents for future cases.
