Delhi BJP Criticizes AAP for Questioning Judicial Integrity in Excise Policy Case
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New Delhi, March 10 (NationPress) Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva vehemently criticized Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Saurabh Bharadwaj for casting doubt on the judiciary’s impartiality concerning the excise policy scandal.
Sachdeva asserted that Bharadwaj's comments disrespect the entire judicial system by insinuating a dubious connection between the Delhi High Court judge and the BJP.
He stated that the Delhi BJP is deliberating with legal experts on how to address Bharadwaj's remarks regarding the judge in court.
Sachdeva emphasized that the Delhi BJP has persistently raised concerns regarding the excise policy scandal under the previous Arvind Kejriwal administration, aiming to protect public interest while linking various pieces of evidence.
The BJP is passionately committed to uncovering this liquor scam, demanding accountability for those responsible to safeguard the revenue of the Delhi government, he noted.
Sachdeva pointed out that Bharadwaj and other AAP leaders praise any judge who rules in their favor as a “deity,” yet question a judge's impartiality when decisions do not favor them, which undermines the court's integrity.
Bharadwaj and his party don't hesitate to tarnish the judiciary's reputation when outcomes are unfavorable, remarked the BJP leader.
Additionally, in legal contexts, when a new criminal case is initiated or an appeal is filed, it reflects a confident expectation of victory. Thus, the BJP's anticipation of punishment for former Chief Minister Kejriwal and others aligns with standard legal practices.
On Monday, Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood praised the Delhi High Court for temporarily halting a lower court's directive for departmental action against a CBI officer involved in the investigation of the now-repealed Delhi Excise Policy case.
Sood conveyed that during the proceedings, the High Court suspended the concerned order and put a pause on further actions for the time being.
The Minister criticized AAP and its leaders regarding the alleged liquor policy scandal and the recent legal developments associated with it.
He noted that AAP began its political journey under the guise of fighting corruption but has failed to take substantial measures to address corruption, both during its 49-day governance and beyond.