Cases against Arvind Kejriwal – AAP

Arvind Kejriwal, the former Chief Minister of Delhi and the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been involved in several legal and political cases over the years. Below are some notable cases and controversies associated with him:

Defamation Cases: Kejriwal has faced multiple defamation cases filed by political opponents and public figures for his statements. For instance:

BJP Leader Nitin Gadkari’s Defamation Case: In 2014, Kejriwal was sued for allegedly making defamatory remarks against Nitin Gadkari.

Kapil Sibal’s Defamation Case: In 2016, Kapil Sibal filed a defamation case against Kejriwal for accusing him of favoring a corporate house.

CBI and ED Investigations: Delhi Excise Policy Case: In 2023, Kejriwal was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The ED accused him of being involved in a money laundering case related to the policy.

CBI Raids: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has conducted raids and investigations into allegations of corruption and irregularities in Delhi government projects, though no charges have been proven against Kejriwal personally.

Contempt of Court Cases: Kejriwal has been involved in contempt cases for his public statements. For example:

In 2017, he faced contempt proceedings for allegedly making derogatory remarks against the Delhi High Court.

Sting Operation Controversy: In 2016, a sting operation alleged that AAP leaders, including Kejriwal, were involved in unethical practices. Kejriwal denied the allegations and called the sting operation fake.

Altercations with LG and Central Government: Kejriwal has been in constant conflict with the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi and the central government over administrative control and decision-making in Delhi. These disputes have often led to legal battles and public spats.

Farm Laws Protest Controversy: During the farmers’ protests against the central government’s farm laws in 2020-2021, Kejriwal supported the farmers and criticized the central government. This led to political and legal confrontations with the BJP-led central government.

COVID-19 Management Controversies: Kejriwal’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in Delhi was criticized by some, particularly regarding oxygen shortages and hospital management. However, his government also received praise for setting up COVID-19 care centers and managing testing.

Allegations of Political Vendetta: Kejriwal and AAP have often accused the central government of using investigative agencies like the CBI and ED to target them politically. They claim that cases against Kejriwal are motivated by vendetta rather than genuine legal issues.

Recent Developments (2023): In 2023, Kejriwal faced increased scrutiny from central agencies, particularly the ED, in connection with the Delhi excise policy case. He has denied all allegations and called them politically motivated.

Kejriwal and his party maintain that most cases against him are politically motivated and aimed at undermining his governance in Delhi. His legal battles and political confrontations continue to be a significant part of his career.