Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Granted Bail After Six Months in Tihar Jail, Announces Resignation

Sep 15, 2024, 10:08 AM

India's Supreme Court granted bail to Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, who had been in Tihar Jail for over six months on charges related to a liquor policy scam. The court's decision came ahead of national and Haryana elections, and while the bench was divided on the legality of his arrest, it deemed the CBI's actions unjustified. Kejriwal's bail conditions include restrictions on visiting the Delhi Secretariat, signing official files, commenting on the case, and interacting with witnesses. Following his release, Kejriwal announced his resignation as Chief Minister, calling for early elections in Delhi. His resignation has sparked a political debate, with the BJP and Congress criticizing the move, labeling it a PR stunt and a gimmick, respectively. Kejriwal stated that someone else from his party would take over as Chief Minister until the elections are held.