Arvind Kejriwal Seeks Recusal of Judge Over Bias Concerns in Liquor Policy Case
‘Serious apprehension of bias’: Arvind Kejriwal seeks judge’s recusal
The Indian Express
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Arvind Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi, has requested the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from his case, citing a pattern of bias favoring investigating agencies in liquor policy cases. He expressed concerns over the judge's previous rulings and the impact of social media on judicial impartiality.
- 01Kejriwal argues for Justice Sharma's recusal due to perceived bias.
- 02He cites a pattern of rulings favoring investigating agencies in liquor policy cases.
- 03Kejriwal's request is based on concerns over political bias and social media influence.
- 04The court reserved judgment after a lengthy hearing on the recusal applications.
- 05Kejriwal previously had charges dismissed by a trial court due to lack of evidence.
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Arvind Kejriwal (former Chief Minister of Delhi) has requested the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from his ongoing case related to the liquor policy, claiming a trend of bias in favor of investigating agencies. During a court session, he detailed that every argument from the agencies has been upheld, with only one exception, and expressed that Justice Sharma's March 9 order seemed to undermine the trial court's previous dismissal of charges against him and others. Kejriwal, arguing in court for the first time, stated his nervousness and highlighted concerns about political bias, particularly regarding cases involving opposition parties. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta countered Kejriwal's claims, questioning the validity of decisions influenced by public sentiment or social media. Following a four-hour hearing, the court reserved its judgment on the recusal applications from Kejriwal and several co-defendants, who had previously been discharged from the case by a trial court citing insufficient evidence against them.
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The outcome of this case could influence the political landscape in Delhi and affect ongoing investigations into the liquor policy.
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