CBI Opposes Kejriwal's Request for Justice Sharma's Recusal in Excise Case
Delhi excise case: CBI opposes Kejriwal's plea for Justice SK Sharma's recusal
Hindustan Times
Image: Hindustan Times
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has opposed former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma's recusal from hearing an appeal in the Delhi excise policy case. The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for April 13, as Kejriwal argues that the proceedings may not be impartial.
- 01The CBI opposes Kejriwal's recusal request, labeling his allegations as frivolous.
- 02Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma will hear the case, with a hearing set for April 13.
- 03Kejriwal withdrew a related writ petition from the Supreme Court.
- 04The trial court previously discharged Kejriwal and others, citing lack of evidence.
- 05The Delhi High Court has granted time for responses to the CBI's appeal until April 5.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has contested Arvind Kejriwal's (former Chief Minister of Delhi) application for the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from the Delhi excise policy case. The CBI's solicitor general, Tushar Mehta, described Kejriwal's allegations as 'frivolous, vexatious, and contemptuous,' arguing that such claims undermine the judicial process. Kejriwal, who appeared in person, stated he would represent himself in the proceedings and has withdrawn a writ petition from the Supreme Court regarding the case's transfer. The Delhi High Court has scheduled a hearing for April 13 and granted the involved parties until April 5 to respond to the CBI's appeal, which challenges the trial court's earlier decision to discharge Kejriwal and 22 others due to insufficient evidence. The trial court's ruling had also called for a departmental inquiry against the investigating officer involved in the case. The high court has temporarily stayed the trial court's directive for departmental action against the officer.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The outcome of this case could influence public trust in the judicial system and the political landscape in Delhi.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you think the judicial proceedings in high-profile cases are impartial?
Connecting to poll...
More about Central Bureau of Investigation
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.