In a major legal relief, a Delhi court on Thursday acquitted former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his former deputy Manish Sisodia in the high-profile Delhi liquor (excise) policy case.
The court ruled that there was no evidence of corruption, criminal intent, or any larger conspiracy in the formulation of the now-scrapped excise policy. The verdict marks a significant moment in a case that has dominated political discourse in Delhi for months.
Court Finds No Criminal Conspiracy
While delivering the judgment, the court observed that the prosecution failed to establish wrongdoing in the policy-making process.
“There was no overarching conspiracy or criminal intent in the excise policy,” the court noted, effectively dismantling the allegations levelled against the Aam Aadmi Party leaders.
Kejriwal Gets Emotional Outside Court
Visibly emotional after the verdict, Arvind Kejriwal addressed supporters and media, saying, “God is with us. Truth always wins.” His emotional reaction reflected the intense personal and political pressure faced during the prolonged legal battle.
Manish Sisodia, who had also faced sharp criticism and incarceration during the investigation, welcomed the verdict, calling it a victory for truth and democratic values.
Political Significance
The acquittal is being seen as a major political boost for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of upcoming electoral battles. Party leaders termed the case “politically motivated” and said the verdict exposes misuse of investigative agencies.
What This Means
- ✅ Clean chit to Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia
- ⚖️ Court rejects corruption and conspiracy charges
- 🗳️ Big morale boost for AAP and its supporters
As reactions continue to pour in from across the political spectrum, the verdict is expected to have far-reaching implications for Delhi politics and national narratives around governance and accountability.
