Kejriwal Refuses Court Appearance, Cites Conscience in Delhi Case
Kejriwal Refuses Court Appearance, Cites Conscience in Delhi Case
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal says he won't appear in court over the excise policy case, quoting conscience and planning to challenge the order in Supreme Court.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday stated he will not appear before the Delhi High Court in the excise policy case, describing the decision as personal and guided by the voice of his conscience. In a letter to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, he said, 'I have made the decision by listening to the voice of my conscience.'
Kejriwal also asserted that he would not attend in person or through a lawyer, effectively opting out of both physical appearance and legal representation in the proceedings. He added that he intends to challenge the court's order in the Supreme Court.
The move adds another twist to a politically charged case that has dominated Delhi’s public discourse, drawing responses from supporters and opponents alike as the legal process moves forward. With the court yet to rule on the next steps, all eyes will be on how the judiciary handles a refusal to appear and the implications for accountability in the ongoing examination of the excise policy.
As the matter unfolds, the Delhi High Court will decide the procedural path ahead, while Kejriwal's stance sparks debate about access to justice, political accountability, and the boundaries of legal recourse in high-stakes governance.
