Supreme Court Grants Bail to AAP's Sanjay Singh in Liquor Policy Case After 181 Days in Jail

The recent development in the Delhi excise policy case has garnered significant attention, particularly with the Supreme Court granting bail to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh. After spending 181 days in jail, Singh's release comes following the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) statement expressing no objection to his bail, marking a pivotal moment in this high-profile legal saga.

The apex court's decision, made by Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Dipankar Datta, and PB Varale, allows Singh to engage in political activities while the proceedings continue. Notably, the court emphasized that this concession should not set a precedent for future cases. The bail announcement sparked reactions from AAP leaders, including Somnath Bharti's comment on the exposure of the federal agency and Atishi Marlena's post echoing "Satyamev Jayate."

This development closely follows another significant event where Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was sent to judicial custody till April 15 in the liquorgate scandal. Kejriwal's statement during the investigation also implicated AAP ministers Atishi and Saurabh in connection to the excise policy case.

Sanjay Singh's arrest on October 4, 2023, stemmed from allegations linking him to the money laundering aspects of the Delhi excise policy scandal. The ED asserted Singh's involvement as a key conspirator, alleging that he received illicit proceeds and collaborated with other accused individuals.

The Delhi excise policy, introduced in 2021 but later scrapped, aimed to privatize liquor sales to curb black marketing, enhance revenue, and improve consumer services. However, controversies arose when accusations of irregularities and kickbacks surfaced, leading to investigations by multiple agencies, including the CBI and the ED.

The legal proceedings surrounding AAP leaders have drawn widespread attention, especially amid political conjectures regarding the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Chief Minister Kejriwal had previously remarked on the alleged desperation of opposing parties resorting to such measures as elections draw near.

The Delhi excise policy case continues to unfold, with the Supreme Court's recent bail decision marking a significant milestone in the legal battle. As the proceedings progress, further insights into this complex case are expected to emerge, shaping the political and legal landscape in Delhi.

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