Kejriwal seeks recusal of Justice Sharma: Attending Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad event not ideological bias, CBI tells HC
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Arvind Kejriwal and five others sought recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing the liquor excise policy case, citing alleged ideological bias. They claimed the judge's attendance at Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad events showed bias. CBI opposed the plea on April 7, stating attending legal seminars cannot demonstrate ideological association. CBI noted the judge granted interim bail to accused Arun Pillai multiple times.
Key Entities
Arvind KejriwalManish SisodiaJustice Swarana Kanta SharmaDelhi High CourtCBIAkhil Bharatiya Adhivakta ParishadLiquor excise policy case