Arvind Kejriwal Declines to Appear in Excise Case, Embraces Satyagraha
In a significant move, Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party leader, has decided not to appear in the excise case before the Delhi High Court. Citing a loss of faith in the justice system, he has chosen to follow the principles of Satyagraha, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi. Kejriwal's decision reflects a deep personal conviction, and he has indicated his intention to appeal to the Supreme Court against the ruling of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. This bold stance raises questions about the ongoing legal battles faced by political leaders in India.
| Apr 27, 2026, 13:00 IST
Kejriwal's Bold Move in Court Case
New Delhi: The leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, Arvind Kejriwal, has informed Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court that he will not be attending the proceedings related to the excise case, either personally or through legal representation, as stated by the party on Monday.
In his correspondence, Kejriwal expressed, "My faith in receiving justice from Justice Swarana Kanta has been shattered. Hence, I have chosen to adopt the path of Satyagraha as advocated by Mahatma Gandhi."
He emphasized that this decision was made after reflecting on his inner voice.
The former Chief Minister of Delhi also mentioned that he intends to retain the option to appeal to the Supreme Court regarding Justice Sharma's ruling.