Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest in connection with corruption allegations regarding the city’s alcohol sales policies has sparked condemnation from Indian opposition leaders. The leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) denies any wrongdoing and has challenged his arrest in the Supreme Court. Opposition leaders have criticized the arrest as politically motivated, while the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) maintains that it is acting against corruption.
With India’s general elections approaching, Kejriwal’s arrest comes as a blow to the opposition, particularly the 27-party INDIA alliance that aims to challenge the BJP. Opposition leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Sharad Pawar, and Akhilesh Yadav have criticized the arrest, calling it an attack on democracy and a desperate attempt by the BJP to cling to power.
Several opposition leaders have faced imprisonment, questioning, or cases filed against them by federal agencies in recent years, fueling accusations of a crackdown on dissent. Kejriwal is the third AAP leader to be arrested in connection with the corruption case related to Delhi’s liquor policy. Opposition parties have raised concerns about the abuse of power and the erosion of democracy under the current government.
Despite these challenges, AAP has secured victories in state elections and made gains in key states, posing a significant challenge to the BJP’s dominance. The contentious arrest of Kejriwal and other opposition leaders highlights the ongoing power struggles in Indian politics as the country prepares for a crucial election.
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