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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Arrested by ED, AAP Vows to Run Government from Jail

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In a dramatic turn of events, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case linked to the excise policy. This unprecedented arrest, marking the first instance of a sitting chief minister facing such action, followed the Delhi High Court's decision to deny Kejriwal protection from coercive measures by the agency.

The arrest sparked immediate reactions from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leadership, with Atishi Marlena, Delhi's Finance Minister and an AAP leader, asserting that Kejriwal would continue to govern from jail. She announced that the party had approached the Supreme Court for an urgent hearing, indicating a fierce legal battle ahead.

Earlier statements from AAP members, including Delhi Assembly Speaker Ram Niwas Goel and AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha, echoed a resolute stance that Kejriwal would not resign despite the arrest. Goel emphasized that the government would operate seamlessly even with Kejriwal in jail, reaffirming the party's commitment to governance.

The scene outside Kejriwal's residence and the ED office in Delhi was tense, with Section 144 imposed anticipating potential disturbances. A 12-member ED team began questioning Kejriwal regarding the excise policy case, setting the stage for intense scrutiny and legal proceedings.

The day's events unfolded against the backdrop of the Delhi High Court's refusal to grant interim protection to Kejriwal, heightening the stakes and tensions surrounding the case. As the legal battle intensifies and political ramifications unfold, the focus remains on the AAP's resilience in the face of adversity and Kejriwal's determination to continue leading Delhi's government, even from behind bars.

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