Arvind Kejriwal’s Removal: A Fresh PIL in Delhi High Court

In a recent development, a fresh Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed against Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi. The petition, moved by the Hindu Sena and filed in the Delhi High Court, seeks Kejriwal’s removal from his position. Let’s delve into the details.

The Background

Arvind Kejriwal, the national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate. This new PIL adds to the mounting pressure on his chief ministerial post. The Hindu Sena, through its president Vishnu Gupta, contends that the Constitution does not envision a scenario where a Chief Minister can continue to govern either from judicial custody or police custody after an arrest.

The Petition’s Demands

The PIL demands that the Delhi High Court take action. It calls for an order directing Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor, VK Saxena, to remove Arvind Kejriwal from his post. Additionally, the petition asserts that the central government should temporarily administer Delhi through the Lieutenant Governor.

Legal Perspectives

Earlier, on Thursday, the Delhi High Court dismissed a similar PIL seeking Kejriwal’s removal. The court emphasized that judicial interference was not warranted in this matter. Instead, it falls within the purview of other branches of the government to address.

The Way Forward

While Kejriwal and AAP ministers maintain that he will continue to govern Delhi even while in custody, this fresh PIL raises critical questions about constitutional provisions. As the legal battle unfolds, the fate of Delhi’s governance hangs in the balance.

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