Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma has recused herself from hearing the excise policy-related case involving Arvind Kejriwal and other accused persons, leading to a fresh development in the high-profile legal matter.
The case pertains to alleged irregularities linked to Delhi’s excise policy, which has remained under intense political and legal scrutiny for several months. During the proceedings, Justice Sharma reportedly chose to step aside from the matter, though the detailed reasons for the recusal were not publicly elaborated upon in court.
Following the recusal, the matter is expected to be reassigned to another bench for further hearing. Such recusals are considered part of judicial procedure and may occur for various reasons, including maintaining impartiality and avoiding potential conflicts of interest.
The excise policy case has triggered major political confrontation between the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and opposition parties, with investigative agencies alleging corruption and procedural violations in the formulation and implementation of the policy. The AAP leadership, however, has consistently denied all allegations and termed the investigation politically motivated.
The latest development is likely to impact the timeline of ongoing proceedings, as fresh dates and hearings may now be scheduled before a different judicial bench. The case continues to attract nationwide attention due to the involvement of senior political leaders and multiple investigative agencies.
