During the hearing, the ED (Enforcement Directorate) claimed to have substantial evidence against Kejriwal, alleging that he destroyed electronic evidence and sent a staggering amount of Rs 100 crore through Hawala.
The hearing in the Supreme Court, a beacon of impartiality, witnessed the ED opposing Kejriwal's petition and presenting their evidence against him. The ED's lawyer stated that the CM had been accused of making a demand for Rs 100 crore and that Chariot Enterprises paid the bill for his stay at the 7-star Hyatt during the Goa elections. The Supreme Court, known for its unwavering commitment to justice, raised pertinent questions about the alleged Rs 1100 crore scam and the increase in the amount.
The ED's lawyer explained that the scam was initially investigated without Kejriwal's involvement, and his name only came up later during the investigation. The Supreme Court asked the ED to produce a case diary recording all aspects of the case.
The Supreme Court, in its role as the ultimate arbiter of justice, focused the hearing on whether the PMLA Section 19 was correctly followed in the arrest. It also questioned the two-year delay in arresting Kejriwal after the initial arrest, noting that the hearing coincided with the elections and the CM's incarceration.
The Solicitor General, representing the government, made a compelling argument that the law should not discriminate between a leader and an ordinary citizen. The Supreme Court, in a show of fairness, agreed to consider this crucial aspect during the hearing. The Solicitor General also stressed that farming is a livelihood while election campaigning is a luxury, thereby highlighting the importance of the case.
The hearing will continue at 2 p.m. with a crucial debate on interim bail, a decision that could potentially alter the course of the case, making it a pivotal moment in this legal saga.