Sunita Kejriwal Condemns ‘Dictatorship’ as Husband’s Custody Extends, Sparks Political Row

Following the extension of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s Enforcement Directorate custody, his wife, Sunita Kejriwal, leveled serious accusations against the BJP-led central government. She suggested the government’s intent to imprison the AAP chief was politically motivated, particularly with the Lok Sabha elections on the horizon. “The people of the country will respond to this dictatorship,” she stated, emphasizing the perceived injustice.

The reaction from BJP circles was swift and sharp. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri drew parallels between Sunita Kejriwal and Rabri Devi, insinuating a potential political rise for Sunita akin to Rabri Devi’s ascent to Bihar’s chief ministership during her husband Lalu Yadav’s incarceration. Puri’s comments have stoked the flames of a political feud, drawing attention to the broader implications of Kejriwal’s continued detention.

Puri didn’t stop there; he also mocked the functionality of the AAP government with its leaders behind bars, suggesting an absurd scenario where cabinet meetings could be conducted in jail. This satirical remark underscores the tension and the critical view held by BJP leaders towards the AAP government’s current predicament.

As the court mandates Arvind Kejriwal’s custody until April 15, BJP representatives highlight the judicial rationale behind the decision, asserting the court’s faith in the necessity of Kejriwal’s continued incarceration. The narrative extends beyond legal proceedings, as BJP leaders critique the AAP and its leadership, drawing historical parallels and questioning the moral and constitutional standings of Kejriwal’s refusal to resign.

Amidst this political storm, the court has issued directives to ensure Kejriwal’s comfort and rights are maintained during his custody, including access to religious texts and a special diet. This situation not only spotlights the intense political rivalry between AAP and BJP but also raises questions about governance, legal processes, and the future trajectory of Delhi’s leadership as the Lok Sabha elections approach.