In the Delhi excise policy case, Arvind Kejriwal will argue personally in HC; next hearing scheduled for April 13, 2026.
During the hearing of the Delhi excise policy case in Delhi High Court, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced that he would personally argue the case. The court has scheduled the next hearing for April 13, 2026, at 2:30 PM.
Kejriwal Files Petition to Recuse Judge
In the Delhi excise policy case, Kejriwal filed a petition requesting that Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma recuse herself from the proceedings. The High Court recorded the application and issued a notice to the CBI regarding the matter. Kejriwal expressed his gratitude to the court for considering his petition.
CBI Arguments and Solicitor General’s Response
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the CBI, opposed Kejriwal’s application in court. He argued that some individuals try to advance their careers using accused persons, and if Kejriwal intends to argue personally, he should remove his lawyer. Kejriwal responded, “I have not given my power of attorney to anyone yet.”
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Kejriwal to Argue Personally
When the court asked Kejriwal whether he would argue the case himself, he confirmed, “I will argue myself.” Mehta emphasized the seriousness of the Delhi excise policy case, noting that allegations against the judiciary in the nation’s capital are significant. The court allowed anyone wishing to petition for recusal of the judge in this case to do so.
Background: Lower Court Verdict and CBI Appeal
The Delhi excise policy case previously saw a verdict on February 27, 2026, when the lower court acquitted 21 accused, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. Following this decision, the CBI approached the High Court, prompting Kejriwal to request that Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma not hear the petition filed by the CBI. The Chief Justice, DK Upadhyay, had earlier rejected Kejriwal’s request to transfer the hearing to another judge.
The Delhi excise policy case will be next heard on April 13, 2026, where Kejriwal is expected to argue personally before the High Court. The case continues to draw significant public attention due to its implications for the capital’s political and judicial landscape.
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