CHANDIGARH, February 27, 2026 – In a landmark judgment that has sent shockwaves through the Indian political landscape, a Special Delhi Court has acquitted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in the CBI’s alleged liquor scam case.
The verdict, seen as a massive blow to the opposition, was hailed by AAP leadership as a “triumph of truth over tyranny.”
“BJP’s Web of Lies Exposed,” says Kuldeep Dhaliwal
Reacting to the court’s decision, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal stated that the acquittal serves as a definitive stamp on the integrity of the Aam Aadmi Party. He asserted that the entire case was a “deep-rooted political conspiracy” engineered by the BJP to dismantle the party’s rising influence.
“Today, the bundle of lies built by the BJP has collapsed like a house of cards. The honorable court has proven that there was no scam—only a desperate attempt to tarnish the image of honest leaders,” Dhaliwal said during a press briefing.
Key Highlights of the Statement:
- End of Propaganda: Dhaliwal criticized the BJP, Congress, and Akali Dal for their coordinated efforts to spread misinformation against AAP leadership.
- Misuse of Agencies: The spokesperson alleged that central agencies were weaponized to suppress political rivals, a strategy that ultimately failed in the court of law.
- A Setback for the Centre: Dhaliwal claimed that the verdict is a direct embarrassment for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, stating their “conspiracy to finish Kejriwal” has been foiled.
A Victory for Honest Politics
The AAP leadership emphasized that while their senior leaders were kept behind bars for an extended period, their resolve remained unbroken. Dhaliwal described the verdict as a victory for every citizen who believes in democracy and the Indian judiciary.
“If anyone in this country is practicing truly honest politics, it is Arvind Kejriwal,” Dhaliwal added. “Truth can be harassed, but it can never be defeated.”
Political Implications
The acquittal is expected to significantly boost AAP’s momentum ahead of upcoming electoral cycles, providing the party with a powerful “clean chit” narrative to counter the corruption allegations that have dominated headlines for the past few years.