Congress Leader Claims Corruption in Delhi Excise Policy Case After AAP Leaders Acquitted

After the lower court acquitted Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy case, Congress leader Udit Raj asserted on Tuesday that this incident exemplifies clear corruption. He accused the BJP of taking this step to hinder the party's progress in Punjab. Speaking to a news media outlet, Raj alleged that the excise policy was altered overnight. He mentioned that private properties were handed over to private owners, and financial transactions were uncovered, including funds sent to Goa, along with the destruction of several mobile phones.

 

Raj further alleged that there were political motives behind the case and its outcomes. He claimed that this was all orchestrated by the BJP. He stated that the CBI would not take any action in the high court as the charges were dismissed to prevent Congress from gaining momentum. He expressed confidence that Congress would form the government in Punjab, but highlighted the BJP's covert efforts to obstruct the government formation and ease their path in Gujarat. He labeled this as an undeniable case of corruption, asserting that it is a clear example of corruption, despite claims to the contrary.

 

Meanwhile, Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), praised the recent "historic decision" by the court during a rally at Jantar Mantar on Sunday, which he described as beneficial for the people of Delhi and the nation. Referring to the court's ruling delivered two days prior, Kejriwal congratulated the people of Delhi and the country, expressing gratitude towards the judge for making such a courageous decision in today's climate of fear.

 

This rally was organized following the acquittal of Kejriwal, former Delhi minister Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the Delhi excise police case. Kejriwal accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of conspiring against him and his party over the past four years. He also commented on Shah's recent statement in West Bengal, which subtly criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, suggesting that the term 'change' reflects a desire to make West Bengal free from "infiltration and corruption."