Finally Arvind Kejriwal Got Bail & Return to Home

A former anti-corruption crusader, Mr Kejriwal was arrested in connection with a now-scrapped alcohol sales policy in March.

The Supreme Court on Friday afternoon gave Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim bail till June 1

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The court also said pleas to extend relief beyond that date would be heard next week

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Mr Kejriwal's legal team had sought bail till July, i.e., till after the election and the formation of the new government.

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The ED accused him of favouring liquor barons in exchange for kickbacks. The party has denied the allegation.

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During his time in jail, Mr Kejriwal did not give up office. His party said he was running the Delhi government from prison.

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