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The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case linked to the Delhi liquor policy. While the bail provides relief to Kejriwal, he will remain in custody due to a separate arrest by the CBI. The AAP welcomed the Supreme Court ruling, emphasizing ‘satyamev jayate’ (Truth alone triumphs). Kejriwal was arrested by the ED in a money laundering case related to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam. The case challenges his arrest was taken to the Delhi High Court, which upheld the decision. Both the ED and CBI are investigating the money laundering angle in the excise policy. The policy, introduced in 2021, was scrapped due to alleged violations and undue benefits to licensees. The CBI alleged kickbacks to a liquor lobby and money laundering. The Supreme Court’s decision highlights the importance of the right to life and liberty, emphasizing the need for in-depth consideration by a larger bench. The political scenario post the bail includes AAP celebrating the verdict while BJP calls for Kejriwal’s resignation. The court’s decision to grant bail offers a temporary relief to Kejriwal, prompting debates on legalities and responsibilities in the case.
