BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj Criticizes Delhi CM Kejriwal Over Bail in Excise Policy Scam

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj criticized Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, labeling him a 'carefree' leader, following the Supreme Court's bail decision in the excise policy scam case. Swaraj emphasized the legality of Kejriwal's arrest and called for his resignation for the benefit of Delhi.

Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Bansuri Swaraj on Friday sharply criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, describing him as a 'negligent' leader of a 'carefree' government. Her remarks came in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to grant bail to Kejriwal in a corruption scandal tied to the Delhi excise policy.

Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court granted bail to Kejriwal in the case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The court stated that prolonged incarceration amounted to an unjust deprivation of liberty. 'Arvind Kejriwal has been barred from signing any files as Chief Minister and from attending the CM's office,' Swaraj said during a press conference following the bail decision.

Swaraj stressed that legal proceedings have validated the legality of Kejriwal's arrest. 'Court proceedings have repeatedly confirmed the legality of Arvind Kejriwal's arrest. The Trial Court, High Court, and Supreme Court have all endorsed this view. Earlier, the SC upheld this stance in the Enforcement Directorate's case,' she added. According to Swaraj, the arrest was justified due to sufficient evidence gathered by investigating agencies.

'This indicates that investigating agencies had adequate evidence, materials, and statements, leading to the conclusion that Kejriwal's arrest was warranted. It also signifies his involvement as the central figure in the liquor scam,' she said. Swaraj further criticized Kejriwal for not resigning, asserting that his refusal to step down was causing suffering in Delhi. 'The Supreme Court suggested that the Delhi Chief Minister should step down. His stubbornness is making Delhi suffer,' she stated.

Earlier, BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia also took a jab at Kejriwal, sarcastically calling him the 'bail wala' CM. Bhatia accused Kejriwal of lacking morality, referencing the Delhi CM's previous statements suggesting that politicians facing allegations should resign.

(With inputs from agencies.)