Setback for Sisodia as Delhi HC Denies Bail in Excise Policy Cases
In a major blow to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia, the Delhi High Court has denied him bail in all cases related to the alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy 2021-22. The court dismissed Sisodia's arguments, stating that there was no undue delay on the part of the prosecution in providing documents or the trial court in framing charges.The high court's decision comes as a significant setback for Sisodia, who had been seeking bail on the grounds of delay in the trial proceedings. However, the court found his arguments to be "meritless," emphasizing that the delay was not attributable to the Enforcement Directorate (ED), Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), or the trial court itself.The court further clarified that the Supreme Court had not restricted the power of lower courts to consider bail applications on their merits. This ruling effectively puts an end to Sisodia's attempts to secure bail in the excise policy cases, at least for the time being.The denial of bail is the latest development in the ongoing saga surrounding the alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. Sisodia, who served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, has been at the center of the controversy, with the ED and CBI investigating his role in the matter.The Delhi High Court's decision is likely to have significant political implications, as it comes at a crucial time when the AAP is gearing up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The party has been vocal in its support for Sisodia, and the denial of bail may be seen as a setback in their efforts to portray him as a victim of political vendetta.As the legal proceedings continue, the focus will now shift to the trial courts, where Sisodia's fate will ultimately be decided. The high court's ruling has set the stage for a prolonged legal battle, with the AAP and its supporters vowing to fight the charges against Sisodia tooth and nail
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