ED assures free elections unaffected by arrest of criminal politicians, AAP benefits from excise scam proceeds: SC informed

The recent arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate has sparked controversy ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. ED defends the arrest citing evidence of money laundering, while AAP accuses ED of being politically motivated. The case involves alleged corruption in the Delhi government’s excise policy, with AAP being accused of benefiting from the scam proceeds. Despite the ongoing legal battle, ED assures that free elections will remain unaffected by the arrest of criminal politicians. In a recent turn of events, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has defended the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal just before the upcoming Lok Sabha election. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has fired back, accusing the ED of being a “political wing of the BJP” and claiming that Kejriwal’s arrest was a move to hinder his election campaigning efforts. The ED has stated that Kejriwal was uncooperative during the investigation, failed to comply with summonses, and was non-compliant during questioning. They have emphasized that the arrest is a crucial part of their ongoing investigation, citing evidence of money laundering against Kejriwal. In response, AAP has refuted the ED’s claims, asserting that there is no concrete evidence linking Kejriwal to any money trail. However, the ED has accused AAP of being the major beneficiary of proceeds from the Delhi excise policy scam, alleging that around Rs 45 crore in cash was utilized in AAP’s 2022 Goa assembly poll campaign. The ED further asserts that as the national convenor of AAP, Kejriwal holds responsibility for the funds used in the election campaign. Kejriwal was taken into custody on March 21 and is presently in judicial custody at Tihar jail. The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Kejriwal’s plea challenging his arrest in connection to the alleged corruption and money laundering in the Delhi government’s excise policy for 2021-22. Despite the ongoing legal battle, the ED has assured that free and fair elections will not be impacted by the arrest of politicians involved in criminal activities. The Delhi High Court previously upheld Kejriwal’s arrest, citing his failure to attend summonses and cooperate with the investigation. The ED has dismissed Kejriwal’s petition contesting his arrest as “devoid of merit.” As the case continues to unfold, it remains a point of contention between the ED and AAP, raising significant questions about the intersection of politics and law enforcement in India. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story. Read also :ED Raid In Haldwani : 24 घंटे की छापेमारी के बाद देहरादून पहुंची ईडी टीम, परिवार के 1 सदस्य को किया गिरफ्तार, अवैध दवाइयां बेचने और मनी लॉन्ड्रिंग का है आरोप

BJP Targets Atishi and Bharadwaj as AAP Leadership Grows Stronger

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As BJP targets Atishi and Bharadwaj amidst AAP’s growing leadership, the political landscape in Delhi heats up. With speculations of power play and shifting dynamics, Atishi’s strong presence and background add intrigue to the unfolding drama. It seems like the political scene in Delhi is heating up with the BJP and Enforcement Directorate targeting senior AAP leaders Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj. The BJP’s focus on AAP leaders could be a strategic move considering the strength of AAP despite CM Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest. There are whispers of BJP attempting to impose President’s rule in Delhi by enticing AAP’s MLAs to switch sides. In the midst of all this, a Congress MLA has even suggested that Kejriwal might have named Atishi and Bharadwaj to sideline them from the race for the CM position. Delhi BJP chief seems to believe that Kejriwal has smeared Atishi and Bharadwaj’s political prospects to pave the way for his wife to step in as the next CM. However, Atishi and other AAP leaders have made it clear that Kejriwal has no intentions of stepping down as CM, even if he is behind bars. Rumors are swirling that Atishi could potentially take the reins of the party in Kejriwal’s absence. She has a remarkable educational and activist background, having been a part of AAP since its early days, shaping its policies significantly. Representing the Kalkaji constituency in Delhi, Atishi is a member of AAP’s Political Affairs Committee and has held ministerial positions in various departments in the Delhi Cabinet. Amidst the ongoing turmoil and protests against Kejriwal’s arrest, Atishi is being seen as a possible contender for the next Delhi CM. It remains to be seen how this political saga unfolds in the days to come. Read also :Elon Musk’s Posts on Twitter Spark Cardano Speculation

AAP Leader and 20 Workers Face FIR Without Permission for Protest: Know the Full Story

AAP Leader and 20 Workers in Hot Water After Unauthorized Protest: Full Details Unveiled In a recent turn of events in Gwalior, an FIR has been filed against 20 individuals, including AAP leader Rohit Gupta, for staging a protest without permission in front of the BJP office. The protest was held in response to the arrest of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate. The police took action as the necessary permission to conduct the protest had not been obtained, as required by the code of conduct. CCTV footage is being utilized by authorities to identify additional participants in the protest. The incident occurred on March 22 at Hemu Kalaani Chowk and in front of the BJP office. Similar protests were also carried out by AAP workers in Bhopal against the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal. During the protests, there were reported attempts to burn an effigy of PM Narendra Modi, raising concerns about the nature of the demonstration. A complaint was filed against AAP Pradesh Mahasachiv Rohit Gupta and the other protesters for their involvement in the unauthorized protest, leading to the lodging of an FIR at Janakganj Thana based on the complaint. Further steps are being taken, including the use of video footage by law enforcement for the identification of additional participants. It is important to note that as per Election Commission guidelines, permission is required for organizing any event, including protests. The failure to adhere to these regulations has resulted in legal consequences for the AAP leader and the workers involved in the protest. The unauthorized protest has led to significant repercussions for those involved, highlighting the importance of following the necessary procedures when organizing public demonstrations.