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"Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Sent to Judicial Custody: Political Leaders Unite in Solidarity at Ramlila Maidan Rally"

Kalyani Jha
01 Apr, 2024

“Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s Legal Odyssey: From Arrest to Ramlila Maidan Rally”

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s journey from the courtroom to the Ramlila Maidan rally encapsulates a tale of legal battles and political solidarity. The Delhi CM found himself in the legal spotlight as the Rouse Avenue court extended his judicial custody till April 15 in a high-profile money laundering case linked to the excise policy.

Kejriwal, known for his vocal stance against corruption, made a statement before the court, expressing his concerns about the country’s direction, saying, “What the PM is doing is not good for the country.” This declaration resonated within a crowded courtroom, where members of the AAP, including prominent figures like Atishi and Saurabh Bhardwaj, alongside Kejriwal’s wife Sunita Kejriwal, stood in solidarity.

The arrest and subsequent legal proceedings drew attention not only from within the political arena but also from the public eye, igniting debates about the nature of the case and the role of enforcement agencies.

Delhi Assembly Speaker Ram Niwas Goel’s skepticism about the hearing reflected broader sentiments, questioning the changes in ED laws and expressing concerns about potential political targeting. He remarked, “If they have made someone a target from the political point of view, he cannot escape. He cannot get out of jail.”

Amidst this legal drama, the Ramlila Maidan became a symbolic stage for political unity and protest. Leaders from the INDIA bloc, including Tejashwi Yadav, Farooq Abdullah, Bhagwant Mann, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and others, gathered to show solidarity with Kejriwal and voice concerns about the larger political landscape.

The rally, marked by passionate speeches and a display of unity, underscored the significance of collective action in the face of legal challenges and political adversity. Sunita Kejriwal’s presence at the rally further emphasized the personal and political stakes involved in the ongoing legal battle.

As Kejriwal’s judicial custody extends, the narrative shifts between legal intricacies and political allegiances, creating a compelling saga that mirrors the complexities of contemporary Indian politics.