Kejriwal"s judicial custody extended until September 25 amid ongoing investigations

On September 6, a court in New Delhi extended the judicial custody of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until September 25 in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam. Kejriwal appeared via video conferencing from Tihar Jail, where he has been held following his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI assured the court that it would provide both soft and hard copies of the charge sheet to the accused within a few days. The CBI had previously filed a supplementary charge sheet against Kejriwal and others involved in the corruption case linked to the excise policy. The Supreme Court is yet to deliver a verdict on Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest and seeking bail. During a recent hearing, the court reserved its decision after hearing arguments from both sides. Kejriwal's legal team argued that he should be granted bail, citing that he is not a flight risk and has cooperated with the investigation. They claimed that the CBI's arrest was an 'insurance arrest' to prevent his release in a separate money laundering case. In contrast, the CBI expressed concerns that releasing Kejriwal could lead to witnesses becoming hostile, emphasizing the importance of his continued detention for the investigation. The ongoing legal proceedings highlight the complexities of the case against Kejriwal, who has been a prominent political figure in Delhi. The outcome of the Supreme Court's decision on his bail plea will significantly impact both his political career and the ongoing investigations into the alleged corruption.