In a dramatic turn of events shaking the political landscape of the national capital, Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam. This development comes just weeks ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, marking a historic moment as Kejriwal becomes the first sitting chief minister to be arrested in the history of Independent India.
Enhanced Measures Implemented Amidst Heightened Tensions
#WATCH | Delhi CM and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal was taken to the ED Headquarters from his residence.
Enforcement Directorate team arrested him in the Excice Policy Case.
(Earlier Visuals) https://t.co/4JBR9jGa4T pic.twitter.com/6DcUpefPmt
— ANI (@ANI) March 21, 2024
21st March 2024, 11:25 PM
Delhi Police officers are currently stationed outside the Enforcement Directorate (ED) headquarters, assessing the security situation. A comprehensive security measure has been implemented around the New Delhi ED office, indicating heightened vigilance in the area.
Authorities have emphasized the stringent security arrangements, ensuring the safety of the premises. Delhi Police has affirmed their commitment to maintaining a secure environment, emphasizing that not even a bird can be harmed under their watch.
To reinforce security measures, a two-layer security protocol has been established, indicating a robust defense system in place to safeguard the ED headquarters and its surroundings.
Kejriwal to reach ED headquarters shortly
21st March 2024, 11:08 PM
#WATCH | Enforcement Directorate team takes Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to ED Headquarters.
He was arrested by ED in the Excice Policy Case. pic.twitter.com/WPkB1ciIBD
— ANI (@ANI) March 21, 2024
Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi and AAP national convenor, is expected to arrive at the Enforcement Directorate (ED) headquarters shortly. This development comes after the ED’s recent arrest of Kejriwal in connection with the Excise policy case. Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding story as the situation continues to develop.
Rahul Gandhi on Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest
21st March 2024, 10:20 PM
डरा हुआ तानाशाह, एक मरा हुआ लोकतंत्र बनाना चाहता है।
मीडिया समेत सभी संस्थाओं पर कब्ज़ा, पार्टियों को तोड़ना, कंपनियों से हफ्ता वसूली, मुख्य विपक्षी दल का अकाउंट फ्रीज़ करना भी ‘असुरी शक्ति’ के लिए कम था, तो अब चुने हुए मुख्यमंत्रियों की गिरफ्तारी भी आम बात हो गई है।
INDIA इसका…
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) March 21, 2024
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has taken to Twitter to condemn the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Excise policy case. In his tweet, Gandhi accuses a “scared dictator” of attempting to dismantle democracy by capturing institutions, including the media, and exerting control over political parties and corporate entities. He expresses concern over the arrest of elected Chief Ministers becoming a common occurrence under what he describes as “devilish power.”
Sambit Patra on Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest
21st March 2024, 10:07 PM
#WATCH | Delhi CM and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Excise policy case.
BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra says, “A high voltage drama is going on outside the residence of Arvind Kejriwal. A celebration of… pic.twitter.com/ld0k4lYaXb
— ANI (@ANI) March 21, 2024
BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra characterized the scene outside Kejriwal’s residence as a “high voltage drama,” alleging a celebration of corruption. Patra raised questions about the integrity of Kejriwal’s Excise policy, highlighting allegations of cartelization in liquor procurement and favoritism towards associates.
Arvind Kejriwal’s lawyer is going to the house of the Supreme Court Registrar
21st March 2024, 10:02 PM
Arvind Kejriwal’s lawyer is currently en route to the residence of the Supreme Court Registrar. This development follows swiftly after the arrest of the Delhi CM and AAP national convenor, indicating urgent legal action in response to the unfolding situation. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
Sources: Bhagwant Mann to Reach Delhi Shortly
21st March 2024, 09:48 PM
Sources have confirmed that Bhagwant Mann, the Chief Minister of Punjab, is expected to arrive in Delhi shortly. This development comes amidst heightened political activity and speculation regarding potential alliances and strategies ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding story.
Priyanka Gandhi on Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest
21st March 2024, 09: 36 PM
Targeting Delhi Chief Minister Shri Arvind Kejriwal in this manner due to elections is completely wrong and unconstitutional. Lowering the level of politics in this manner suits neither the Prime Minister nor his government.
Fight your critics in the electoral battle, confront them boldly, and of course attack their policies and working style – this is democracy. But in this way, using the power of all the institutions of the country to fulfill one’s political objective and weakening them by exerting pressure is against every principle of democracy.
The bank accounts of the country’s largest opposition party Congress have been frozen, all the political parties and their leaders are under pressure day and night from ED, CBI, IT, one Chief Minister has been put in jail, now the other Chief Minister is also in jail. Preparations are being made to take it. Such a shameful scene is being seen for the first time in the independent history of India.
Kejriwal to be produced before Special court on Friday
21st March 2024, 09: 22 PM
Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam. This development comes just weeks ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, marking a historic moment as Kejriwal becomes the first sitting chief minister to be arrested in the history of Independent India. AAP has moved to court after Arvind Kejriwal is arrested by ED and asked urgent hearing.
Atishi on Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest
21st March 2024, 09: 15 PM
Addressing reporters from outside the chief minister’s residence on Thursday, Delhi minister Atishi condemned Kejriwal’s arrest, labeling it as a conspiracy orchestrated by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Atishi vehemently defended Kejriwal, emphasizing that despite over 1,000 raids on AAP leaders and ministers in the past two years, no incriminating evidence has been found.
“Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest following the announcement of the Lok Sabha election is a conspiracy. Mr. Kejriwal is not just an individual; he embodies a larger ideology. His arrest will not deter us. He will continue to serve as the Delhi chief minister, even if it means from behind bars,” Atishi asserted in Hindi.
