Indian Opposition Politician Arvind Kejriwal Arrested on Alleged Corruption Charges Before General Election

Published: 22 March 2024 at 00:09

Indian opposition politician Arvind Kejriwal, leader of the Aam Aadmi Party and chief minister of Delhi, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on corruption allegations related to an alcohol policy in 2022. The arrest, seen as a political move by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sparked protests. Kejriwal\'s arrest comes ahead of India\'s general election, with his party contesting as part of an opposition alliance. The BJP\'s actions have drawn criticism from various opposition leaders, with accusations of using state agencies for political gains.

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