Excise case: Delhi court dismisses Kejriwal's pleas against summons

Kejriwal had challenged the summons issued by the court in connection with the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy case.

The court had earlier issued summons to Kejriwal on August 22, asking him to appear before it on September 29.

A Delhi court on Saturday dismissed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's pleas challenging the summons issued against him in connection with the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy case.

The court had earlier issued summons to Kejriwal on August 22, asking him to appear before it on September 29.

Kejriwal had challenged the summons, arguing that he was not named in the FIR and that the allegations against him were politically motivated.

However, the court rejected Kejriwal's arguments and held that there was sufficient evidence to suggest that he was involved in the alleged irregularities.

The court also noted that Kejriwal had not been able to provide any evidence to support his claim that the allegations against him were politically motivated.

The court's order is a major setback for Kejriwal and could lead to his arrest if he fails to appear before the court on September 29.

The Delhi Excise Policy case relates to alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Delhi government's new excise policy.

The policy was introduced in November 2021 and was aimed at overhauling the city's liquor trade.

However, the policy was soon mired in controversy, with allegations of corruption and favoritism.

The CBI is currently investigating the case and has already arrested several people, including Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia.

Kejriwal has denied any wrongdoing and has accused the BJP of trying to frame him in the case.

The case is likely to have a major impact on Kejriwal's political career.

If he is arrested, it could lead to his disqualification from the Delhi Assembly and the end of his tenure as Chief Minister.