Arvind Kejriwal (chief of the Aam Aadmi Party) has written to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court, announcing his decision to withdraw from further proceedings in the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 case. This decision comes after the court dismissed his plea for the judge's recusal, stating that his allegations did not meet the legal standards for bias and were based on conjecture rather than evidence. Kejriwal's letter expresses his respect for the judiciary but raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding the judge's associations and her children's roles with the Union Government. He frames his withdrawal as a form of peaceful protest, invoking Mahatma Gandhi's principles of satyagraha, and emphasizes the importance of public perception of justice. Despite acknowledging that this decision may adversely affect his legal interests, he remains prepared to accept the consequences. The case, which involves allegations against Kejriwal and others by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), will continue in the High Court without his participation, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding judicial impartiality and the necessity for substantiated claims of bias.