Delhi Court to Hear Arvind Kejriwal’s Interim Bail Plea on Medical Grounds
Delhi court is set to hear Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s application for a one-week interim bail on Saturday. Kejriwal is seeking bail on medical grounds in connection with a money laundering case related to the alleged excise scam, which involves [specific details of the scam].
Court’s Previous Directives
The legal implications of this case are complex. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja had previously directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to Kejriwal’s plea by June 1, when his current interim bail, granted by the Supreme Court, is set to expire. Furthermore, the court asked the ED to respond by June 7 to Kejriwal’s request for regular bail in the case, adding another layer of legal intricacy.
Supreme Court’s Involvement
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court registry made a significant decision. It declined an urgent listing of Kejriwal’s plea for a seven-day extension of his interim bail. The registry noted that since Kejriwal had the option to move the trial court for regular bail, his plea for an extension was not maintainable, providing a clear update on the court’s stance.
Medical Concerns
Kejriwal had requested an extension of his interim bail to undergo several medical tests, including a PET-CT scan. He cited sudden and unexplained weight loss and high ketone levels, which could indicate serious health issues such as kidney problems, cardiac ailments, or even cancer.
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Interim Bail for Campaigning
The Supreme Court had initially granted Kejriwal a 21-day interim bail on May 10, allowing him to campaign during the Lok Sabha polls. With the interim bail period ending, Kejriwal seeks further relief on medical grounds.