Kejriwal says he won’t get justice if same judge hears CBI plea against his release - ‘Was almost declared guilty’
Mint·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal requested Delhi High Court Judge Swarana Kanta Sharma to withdraw from hearing the CBI's appeal against his discharge in the excise policy case. Kejriwal alleged reasonable bias, stating the judge's earlier order neutralized his discharge and practically declared him guilty. He argued her March 9 ex parte order violated natural justice principles. The trial court had discharged Kejriwal and 21 others in February after concluding the CBI case lacked merit.
Key Entities
Arvind KejriwalDelhi High CourtJudge Swarana Kanta SharmaCentral Bureau of Investigation (CBI)Manish Sisodiaexcise policy caseDelhi Chief Minister