Supreme Court Grants Arvind Kejriwal Interim Bail Until June 1 for Election Campaign

May 10, 2024, 10:44 AM

The Supreme Court of India has granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until June 1, 2024, in connection with a money laundering case related to the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy. The bail was granted to allow Kejriwal to participate in the ongoing general elections. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had opposed the bail, arguing against any special treatment for political leaders. However, the court's decision enables Kejriwal to campaign during the elections, reflecting the significance of his political role. Kejriwal was arrested by the ED in March 2024 and has been directed to surrender on June 2, following the completion of the election period. He is required to furnish bail bonds of Rs. 50,000 with one surety of the like amount.