AAP condemns ED summons to Arvind Kejriwal as "Chandigarh's revenge"

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has spoken out against the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) summons to Arvind Kejriwal, alleging it's a reaction to the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Chandigarh mayoral polls. According to AAP leaders, the government is seeking revenge for the AAP's victory in Chandigarh through these summons.

AAP contends that ever since the Supreme Court ruled in their favor in the Chandigarh mayoral polls, they've been anticipating actions from investigative agencies like the ED and CBI. They believe these actions are politically motivated, aiming to retaliate against AAP's success in Chandigarh and the Supreme Court's support of democratic principles.

ED summons and political vendetta

AAP leaders highlight that the ED's repeated summoning of Arvind Kejriwal comes shortly after significant events involving AAP and the government. They suggest a pattern where whenever AAP achieves something significant, such as the Supreme Court's ruling in their favor, the ED reacts promptly by summoning Kejriwal. This, they argue, indicates a targeted effort to undermine AAP's credibility and disrupt their activities.

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Subsequent actions and response

The Enforcement Directorate's issuance of seven summons to Kejriwal, who has skipped previous appearances, has intensified the ongoing political feud. AAP insists that the timing of these summons, right after the Supreme Court's decision, is no coincidence. They assert that the government is attempting to use investigative agencies to suppress opposition voices and discredit AAP's achievements.

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Kejriwal and AAP view the Supreme Court's ruling as a validation of their efforts against what they perceive as encroachments on democracy. They thank the court for its decision, which they see as crucial in safeguarding democratic principles and combating authoritarian tendencies in the country. Kejriwal emphasizes the importance of such rulings in maintaining the integrity of democratic institutions amidst growing concerns about their erosion.