Delhi court sends Kejriwal to judicial custody till July 12 in excise case

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was sent to judicial custody until July 12 in a corruption case linked to the alleged excise scam. The court, citing his role as a "main conspirator," noted that his further custodial interrogation might be needed. The CBI sought 14-day custody, claiming Kejriwal was uncooperative and evasive during interrogation. \r

Concerns were raised about him potentially influencing witnesses. Kejriwal, arrested on June 26 from Tihar Jail, is accused of benefiting from ill-gotten money used during the Goa assembly elections and favoring liquor manufacturers in the Delhi excise policy. \r

The court highlighted the need for further investigation to uncover the full extent of the alleged conspiracy.