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News India Live, Digital Desk: Today is going to be a very important day for former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal will appear in the court of Justice Swarnkanta Sharma of Delhi High Court today in the case of alleged corruption and money laundering related to Delhi Liquor Policy. Not only are the eyes of political circles focused on this hearing, but this case can also prove to be a big turning point for legal experts.
Strong debate expected in High Court
In this hearing to be held before the bench of Justice Swarnakanta Sharma, Kejriwal can challenge the legality of his arrest and the evidence available with the ED (Enforcement Directorate). If sources are to be believed, Kejriwal’s lawyers will argue in the court that the action taken against him is politically motivated and the investigating agency does not have any concrete ‘money trail’. At the same time, ED, citing the new charge sheet and statements of witnesses, can demand Kejriwal’s custody or strict restrictions.
Tight security arrangements, gathering of supporters
In view of Arvind Kejriwal’s appearance in the court, Delhi Police and security agencies have made tight security arrangements around the court premises. Restrictions like Section 144 have been imposed in sensitive areas in view of possible protests by AAP supporters. The party says that Kejriwal is being implicated in false charges, while the BJP is calling it a big victory against corruption.
Amar Ujala Special: Will we get relief?
Political pundits believe that if Arvind Kejriwal gets any kind of interim relief from the court today, it will work as a lifeline for AAP before the upcoming elections. However, this cross-examination to be held in the court of Justice Swarnakanta Sharma is likely to take quite a long time. Now it remains to be seen who the court finds right on the basis of evidence and what turn Delhi politics takes next.
