Arvind Kejriwal Sent to Judicial Custody Till April 15
Arvind Kejriwal Sent to Judicial Custody Till April 15
Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has been remanded to judicial custody until April 15 following his appearance before Special Judge Kaveri Baweja at the Rouse Avenue Court on Monday. This decision comes after his remand period in connection with the Delhi Excise policy money laundering case.
Legal Proceedings and Enforcement Directorate's Application
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) brought Kejriwal to the court under tight security measures. During the proceedings, the ED submitted an application seeking his judicial custody, stating that further custodial interrogation was unnecessary at the moment. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju represented the ED during the hearing.
Kejriwal's Requests and Presence of Supporters
Kejriwal, through his legal team, requested permission to carry prescribed medication during his time in judicial custody. Additionally, he sought permission to have access to various books, including the Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana, and 'How Prime Ministers Decide' by Neerja Chaudhary.
Family and Political Support
Before Kejriwal's appearance in court, his wife Sunita Kejriwal, along with Delhi Ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Atishi, were present to show their support.
Background of the Case
Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the ED for his alleged involvement in a money laundering case related to the Delhi Excise Policy. The Rouse Avenue Court had previously extended his custodial remand by four days last Thursday.
Legal Context and Constitutional Implications
The case raises questions about the legal process, judicial custody, and the constitutional rights of the accused. Kejriwal's requests for access to medication and books during custody highlight issues related to prisoners' rights and provisions for their well-being during confinement.
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