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AAP MP Sanjay Singh Slams Centre’s UPS as ‘Worse than NPS’

August 25, 2024, 8:52 pm

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh sharply criticized the recently introduced Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), describing it as even worse than the existing National Pension System (NPS). Singh demanded the reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), arguing that the new scheme is a “betrayal” of central government employees.

In a statement on Sunday, Singh accused the central government of deceiving the nation’s workforce by introducing a scheme that involves a 10% salary deduction and excludes paramilitary forces from its benefits. He highlighted that the UPS requires a 25-year service period for eligibility, a condition that disqualifies many personnel in the paramilitary forces.

“The UPS is worse than the NPS and betrays the employees of this country. Paramilitary forces are excluded because they do not serve for 25 years, meaning they’ll only receive a mere Rs 10,000 monthly as a pension. Additionally, the 10% deduction from employees’ salaries will be held by the government, which will then provide a pension based on the average of the last 12 months’ salary,” Singh stated.

He further alleged that the Modi government has taken large sums from employees through the 10% deduction while offering reduced benefits compared to the OPS. “The duration of service was extended from 20 to 25 years, making paramilitary forces ineligible for the UPS. This decision must be reversed,” Singh added.

Echoing similar concerns, Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor said the UPS appears to be a compromise between the NPS and OPS, but doubted it would satisfy those advocating for the OPS’s return. Kishor pointed out that state governments are yet to decide on adopting the UPS, noting that Bihar has already committed to the NPS under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Meanwhile, Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole questioned why the government is reluctant to restore the OPS. “They’re creating a pension scheme by taking money from employees, but the real question remains: why isn’t the government implementing the Old Pension Scheme?” Patole remarked.

The Modi government approved the Unified Pension Scheme on Saturday, set to be implemented from April 1, 2025. The scheme aims to combine the advantages of both the Old Pension Scheme and the New Pension Scheme. It guarantees a fixed pension amount, ensuring that central government employees who have served for at least 25 years will receive 50% of their last drawn salary from the past 12 months, with post-retirement inflation-linked increments.

However, opposition parties continue to push for the return of the OPS, which was replaced by the NPS in 2004. The NPS, based on employee and employer contributions invested in selected funds, offers a pension amount dependent on the returns from those investments.

Delhi High Court Stays Arvind Kejriwal’s Bail, Leaving AAP’s Future Uncertain

June 21, 2024, 3:54 pm

A day after securing bail from a trial court in a money laundering probe linked to the Delhi excise policy case, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal relief was short-lived as the Delhi High Court halted the order pending further hearings. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) swiftly moved the High Court on 21 June to challenge the lower court’s decision, creating an uncertain future for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader.

Arrest and Interim Bail

Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the ED on 21 March and has been in judicial custody at Tihar Jail since 1 April. His interim bail allowed him temporary freedom to campaign for the recent Lok Sabha elections. However, after a brief respite, his regular bail was contested by the ED, claiming the agency had substantial evidence linking Kejriwal to illicit fund transfers via hawala channels, purportedly used in AAP’s Goa Assembly election campaign.

Legal Battle and Controversy

Special Judge Niyay Bindu granted Kejriwal bail on Thursday, rejecting the ED’s plea to delay the order by 48 hours. Additional Solicitor General SV Raju, representing the ED, accused Kejriwal of non-cooperation, particularly regarding the disclosure of phone passwords. Raju argued that under Section 70 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), Kejriwal, as the head of AAP, bore responsibility for any illegal activities linked to his party.

Kejriwal’s defense, led by Senior Advocate Vikram Chaudhri, countered by questioning the timing of the arrest, suggesting it was politically motivated, coinciding with the Lok Sabha polls. Chaudhri dismissed the ED’s evidence as unreliable, claiming it was based on coerced statements from detained individuals who had turned approvers.

Political Consequences

The bail order was a significant moment for AAP, which hailed it as a “victory of truth.” Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh criticized the BJP, alleging that the entire case was a part of a broader political conspiracy. This sentiment was echoed across AAP’s ranks, bolstering the party’s narrative of political victimization.

यह न्याय और सत्य की बहुत बड़ी जीत है। देश की जनता बहुत खुश है। पार्टी कार्यकर्ता भी बहुत खुश हैं।

आज बीजेपी के झूठ का पर्दाफ़ाश हुआ है और यह साबित हो गया है कि यह सब BJP की साजिश थी।

–@SanjayAzadSln pic.twitter.com/Q1Lf4T5UAp

— AAP (@AamAadmiParty) June 20, 2024

However, BJP leader Manjinder Sirsa dismissed the notion that the bail indicated a lack of evidence against Kejriwal, emphasizing that the same court had earlier ordered his detention. The BJP is poised to leverage these allegations in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, aiming to undermine AAP’s credibility.

AAP’s Strategic Outlook

Despite a poor showing in the Lok Sabha elections, where AAP failed to secure any seats in Delhi and managed only three in Punjab, the party remains focused on the forthcoming Assembly elections. An AAP insider stressed the importance of regrouping and strategizing to secure a third term, drawing parallels to their previous rebounds in 2014 and 2019.

Kejriwal’s release could rejuvenate the party’s base, providing momentum for the crucial elections. However, the Delhi CM faces pressing issues, such as the city’s ongoing water crisis and administrative challenges, which require immediate attention. The implementation of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Rashi scheme, which promises financial aid to eligible women, is likely to be a priority.

Future Challenges

The Mayoral elections, pending since April, and a potential reshuffle of the National Capital Civil Services Authority (NCCSA), which handles bureaucratic affairs in Delhi, are also on the horizon. Kejriwal’s ability to navigate these challenges while under the shadow of the money laundering allegations will be crucial.

The Delhi High Court’s decision to stay the bail order leaves Kejriwal in a precarious position. While his bail has provided a temporary boost to AAP’s morale, the ongoing legal battle and the political ramifications of the case could significantly impact both Kejriwal’s political future and AAP’s performance in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The outcome of the High Court’s review will be a pivotal moment for Kejriwal and his party, determining their trajectory in the complex landscape of Delhi politics.

‘He lost 7 kg of weight’: Atishi on Delhi CM’s Interim Bail Extension Plea

May 27, 2024, 11:17 am

AAP leader Atishi revealed that Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has requested a 7-day extension of his interim bail. She highlighted that during his periods in ED and judicial custody, Kejriwal underwent a notable weight loss of 7 kg, a concern flagged by doctors. Despite receiving medical supervision post-release, he hasn’t been able to recover the lost weight. Initial tests indicated elevated ketone levels, raising concerns of potential serious ailments like kidney damage or cancer. Consequently, doctors advised a battery of tests, including a full-body PET scan, to assess his health

AAP leader Atishi tweeted on X “Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has filed for a 7-day extension of his interim bail. When he was in ED custody, judicial custody, he lost 7 kg of weight. This sudden weight loss is a matter of concern for doctors. Despite being out of custody and under medical supervision, he has not been able to regain that weight again. Early tests have indicated that his ketone levels are extremely high. Unexplained sudden weight loss along with high ketone levels could be the indicator of some serious medical ailments, including damage to the kidneys, including cancer. Therefore doctors have suggested that he needs to have a set of series of investigations including PET scan of his entire body and other such serious tests…”

#WATCH | AAP leader Atishi says, "Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has filed for a 7-day extension of his interim bail. When he was in ED custody, judicial custody, he lost 7 kg of weight. This sudden weight loss is a matter of concern for doctors. Despite being out of custody and under… pic.twitter.com/D2GEsKr1jt

— ANI (@ANI) May 27, 2024

Delhi’s Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, has submitted a request to the Supreme Court, seeking to extend his interim bail by seven days.

Earlier Delhi Minister Atishi expressed concern over Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s health when he was in judicial custody. She also mentioned that he had lost 4.5 kg weight since his arrest and suffers from “severe diabetes”. Atishi criticized many times to the BJP for allegedly conspiring against Kejriwal and putting his health at risk.

Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by Enforcement directorate on 21st Mrach 2024. In relation to the Delhi excise policy case.

Sanjay Singh Accuses BJP for Targeting Arvind Kejriwal’s Parents in ‘Vindictive Politics’

May 23, 2024, 12:19 pm

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh made an accusation against the BJP on Thursday, alleging that the party was engaging in vindictive politics by targeting the elderly parents of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Singh stated, “The Prime Minister has stooped to such a low level against Delhi CM that first he arrested ministers from Kejriwal’s cabinet, put them in jail, then arrested Kejriwal himself, and today crossed all boundaries by subjecting Kejriwal’s elderly parents to police harassment.”

He continued, highlighting the advanced age and health conditions of Kejriwal’s parents. “Kejriwal’s father, aged 84, requires support even for a walk and has hearing impairments. His mother, aged 76, underwent an operation two days before Kejriwal’s arrest, and he couldn’t even meet her before the operation before being sent to jail.”

Singh condemned what he described as the Prime Minister’s politics of vengeance, asserting, “The politics of vengeance of the Prime Minister has stooped so low that even Kejriwal’s elderly parents are not being spared. The entire country, the whole of Delhi, is watching this.”

Singh also alleged that the parents of the Delhi Chief Minister were being subjected to harassment under the guise of interrogation. The AAP shared a photo of Kejriwal’s mother, stating that she has been unwell and requires assistance to walk.

In a post on X, the AAP wrote, “This is the mother of Arvind Kejriwal, who recently visited Lord Shri Ram with Kejriwal. She has been ill for quite some time and needs support to walk. Today, dictator Modi is sending police to torture them in the name of interrogation. Modi ji, how low will you stoop for your dirty politics?”

AAP leader Atishi echoed Singh’s sentiments, alleging harassment of the Delhi CM’s parents and accusing the PM of orchestrating a conspiracy through the BJP. “All limits have been crossed as his (Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal) old and ailing parents have been called for questioning today,” she said. “Has the PM stooped so low that old parents are being harassed? The people of Delhi will give an answer to this through their vote. This whole thing is a conspiracy by the BJP.”

Kejriwal was released from Delhi’s Tihar Jail on May 10, 50 days after he was jailed on corruption charges linked to the alleged liquor policy scam, following a bail grant by the Supreme Court until June 1.

AAP Leader Sanjay Singh Accuses BJP Of Plotting Attack On Delhi CM Kejriwal

May 20, 2024, 1:09 pm

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh on Monday accused the BJP of plotting an attack on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

“The BJP has been in a state of panic ever since Arvind Kejriwal came out of jail,” Singh declared at a news conference in the nation’s capital. Right now, the BJP is preparing to strike Arvind Kejriwal with deadly intent. The prime minister’s office is the direct source of this plot. At the Patel Nagar and Rajiv Chowk metro stations, there is a written threat of violence against Kejriwal ji.

“He claimed that the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are plotting to assassinate the chief minister of Delhi because they are so consumed by hatred. He further stated that the PMO, the BJP, and PM Modi will bear responsibility for any harm that befalls Kejriwal.

“PM Narendra Modi and the BJP are so immersed in hatred and revenge that they are conspiring to kill Arvind Kejriwal ji. I want to tell the government, administration and Election Commission that if anything happens to Arvind Kejriwal, the PMO, BJP and Narendra Modi will be responsible for it,” the AAP leader said.
He further claimed that Kejriwal was not given insulin for 23 days when he was lodged in Tihar jail.

“First, these people did not give insulin to Arvind Kejriwal ji in jail for 23 days and now all this is being done. If Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal gets even a scratch, then the BJP and PM Modi will be directly responsible for it,” Singh said.
The Supreme Court gave interim bail to the Aam Aadmi Party convenor till June 1 ahead of the Lok Sabha elections in the national capital. However, as per the terms of his bail, the Delhi Chief Minister cannot make any comment about his role in the Delhi liquor scam case.

Days after the general election timetable was revealed, on March 21, Kejriwal was detained by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an excise policy case. He spent more than 50 days in Tihar Jail.

The bail is valid until June 1st, after which Kejriwal must turn himself in to the police on June 2nd.

Does Amit Shah’s Son Know How To Hold A Bat?: Sanjay Singh

May 4, 2024, 3:52 pm

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh criticized the BJP, labeling them as “ghor parivaarwaadi” (deeply entrenched in dynasty politics) on Saturday. Singh accused BJP leader Amit Shah of engaging in dynastic practices, highlighting that Shah’s son, Jay Shah, holds the position of BCCI’s secretary despite lacking any cricketing background.

“Does Amit Shah’s son know how to hold a bat? But, he is the chairman of BCCI. PM Modi wants a third term at the age of 73 years and a ‘Jawan’ will be retired at the age of 21 years? These people are ‘ghor parivaarwaadi’,” news agency ANI quoted Singh as saying.

#WATCH | Delhi: AAP MP Sanjay Singh says, “Does Amit Shah’s son know how to hold a bat? But, he is the chairman of BCCI. PM Modi wants a third term at the age of 73 years and a ‘Jawan’ will be retired at the age of 21 years? These people are ‘ghor parivaarwaadi’. PM Modi, Amit… pic.twitter.com/BkIJiLuwVL

— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024

Subsequently, he asserted that while the BJP prioritizes its inner circle of family and associates, the AAP is dedicated to serving the nation. “PM Modi, Amit Shah & BJP have no work except to help their family and friends to grow… We are working for the country, whereas they are working for their friends,” he added.

The BJP and opposition parties such as Congress, RJD, and SP have been engaged in a heated dispute over accusations of involvement in dynasty politics.

PM Modi has repeatedly criticized the Congress party, alleging that it is fixated on dynasty, appeasement, and corruption, with national development not being a priority for them.

The prevalence of dynasty politics is evident in Indian political history. The Congress party has long been dominated by the Nehru-Gandhi family, spanning from Pt. Nehru to his great-grandson Rahul Gandhi. Similarly, Mulayam Singh Yadav’s son and daughter-in-law, Akhilesh Yadav and Dimple Yadav, are actively involved in politics, as are members of Lalu Yadav’s family, including his wife Rabri Devi and sons Tej Pratap Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav.

At present, AAP leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finds himself in judicial custody at Tihar jail due to his involvement in a money laundering case associated with the liquor excise policy.

As part of phase 6 of the electoral process, voting for all seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi is slated for May 25. These constituencies include New Delhi, Chandni Chowk, East Delhi, North East Delhi, North West Delhi, West Delhi, and South Delhi.

During the 2019 elections, the BJP emerged victorious in all seven seats, securing wins over candidates from the AAP and Congress.

Sanjay Singh Alleges Arvind Kejriwal being ‘Tortured’ in Prison, Accuses Government

April 13, 2024, 3:25 pm

Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday, claiming that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is being “tortured” in Tihar jail by orders of the central government. Singh also accused the jail administration of “inhuman” conduct for denying an in-person meeting between Kejriwal and his wife, Sunita Kejriwal.

At a press conference in the national capital, Sanjay Singh stated, “Elected thrice with an overwhelming majority, the Chief Minister of 2 crore people in Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, is being ‘tortured,’ at the behest of the Government of India, at the behest of the Prime Minister of the country.”

“Efforts are being made to break his morale and every now and then an attempt is being made to destroy even the minimum rights and facilities available to anyone and all this is being done openly,” he stated.

Sanjay Singh further added “The information I want to give you today may have come for the first time in the history of Tihar Jail. It is an obvious matter, the officials in any administration are pawns who work under the instructions of the higher-ups.”
“Now, let me tell you about the meeting permit for Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at Tihar. According to the jail manual and rules of the jail, under 602 and 605, anyone can have a face-to-face meeting in the jail,” he stated.

Continuing he said, “However, when Arvind Kejriwal’s wife, whom everybody knows is at the present time worried and tensed, and while his parents, both of whom are ill, came to meet him at the jail, she was told that she could not meet him face-to-face or in a room but rather through a window”.

He continued to question,”Why was such inhuman behaviour meted out towards him? This inhuman act has been done just to humiliate and discourage Arvind Kejriwal,” he asserted.

“I am saying with full responsibility that even the dreaded criminals are allowed to meet in the barrack, but a three-time CM of Delhi is allowed to meet his wife through a window with a glass in between,” said the AAP leader.

Arvind Kejriwal is presently in Tihar Jail under judicial custody. The Enforcement Directorate arrested him last month related to the Delhi liquor policy case. Sanjay Singh, who had been incarcerated in connection with the same case since October of the previous year, was released on bail earlier this month.

Earlier this week, it was claimed that Tihar authorities threatened to block family visits after a message was passed to AAP MLAs through lawyers. The BJP has called for Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation as Delhi’s chief minister on moral grounds, while the AAP maintains that he will continue to serve Delhi from within jail as he has not been convicted in any case.

Delhi Minister Raaj Kumar resigns from AAP Party ahead of Lok Sabha election

April 11, 2024, 10:43 am

The resignation of Delhi minister Raaj Kumar Anand from all AAP positions and his departure from the party represent a major blow to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Anand expressed his feelings by saying, “I am feeling lighter after resigning from all of my posts and my primary membership in the AAP today.” The AAP was chastised by Anand, the MP for Patel Nagar, for allegedly disregarding the rights of Dalits, a community he himself belongs to. In addition to expressing his gratitude to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, he voiced unhappiness with the AAP for allegedly failing to maintain Dalit representation inside the party. Anand stated that he currently has no affiliation with any other political party.

The resignation of Raaj Kumar Anand has stirred reactions within AAP circles. Sanjay Singh, an AAP Rajya Sabha member, alleged that the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, AAP’s chief, was aimed at destabilizing the party rather than pursuing corruption investigations by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Singh also criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), accusing it of using unethical tactics to coerce MLAs and ministers to switch sides in various states.

Anand’s departure poses challenges for AAP as he was known as the Dalit face of the Arvind Kejriwal cabinet, holding key portfolios related to Social Welfare, SC & ST, and Gurdwara Elections. Moreover, Anand’s resignation coincides with Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s judicial custody, reducing the effective strength of the Delhi cabinet and raising questions about the appointment of a replacement. Additionally, Anand’s exit may impact AAP’s prospects in the upcoming by-election in the Patel Nagar constituency.

There are concerns within AAP about the possibility of other party members following Anand’s footsteps, especially since he quit despite holding a ministerial position. Recent instances of AAP members defecting to other parties, such as in Punjab where an AAP MP and MLA joined the BJP, have exacerbated these worries.

Raaj Kumar Anand’s association with AAP lasted approximately four years. His resignation follows scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate in November 2023 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), relating to alleged offenses under the Customs Act.

The departure of Anand, coupled with recent political shifts, raises uncertainties for AAP’s electoral prospects, particularly in constituencies with significant Dalit populations. AAP’s strategy to attract Dalit voters, evident in its ticket allocation and symbolic gestures, faces challenges following the exits of key Dalit leaders.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh granted bail in Delhi Liquor Policy Case

April 2, 2024, 2:38 pm

The Supreme Court granted bail to AAP leader Sanjay Singh in the Delhi excise policy case on Tuesday, as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) chose not to oppose the bail plea. The three-judge bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Dipankar Datta, and PB Varale specified that the concession made by the probe agency should not be treated as a precedent.

This decision marks Sanjay Singh as the first senior AAP leader to receive regular bail in the money laundering case associated with the now-defunct liquor policy.

Don’t recognise ad hoc panel: Sanjay Singh

January 2, 2024, 2:06 am

Indian wrestling teetered on the edge of a deeper crisis with Sanjay Singh, President of the suspended WFI, on Monday declaring that they will soon organise the national championships and insisting that they neither recognise the suspension of their newly-elected body by Sports Ministry nor the ad-hoc panel.

Three days after the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) held its polls, the ministry suspended the sports body citing several violations of rules on December 24.
On the request of the government, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) then formed a three-member panel, headed by Bhupender Singh Bajwa, to manage the day-to-day affairs of the body.

The other members of the committee are former hockey player M M Somaya and ex-shuttler Manjusha Kanwar. The ad-hoc panel announced that it will host the senior national championships in Jaipur from February 2-5.
Sanjay, though, remained combative and said they will not co-operate with the ad-hoc panel and will organise the Nationals.

“We got elected democratically. The Returning Officer had signed the papers, how do they ignore that. We do not recognise this ad-hoc panel,” Sanjay said.
Asked how will they organise they Nationals, he said, “We do not recognise this suspension. The WFI is working smoothly, we are on the job.”

“How will they (ad-hoc panel) organise Nationals if our state associations will not send the teams. We will organise our National Championship soon. We are soon calling the Executive Committee meeting. The notice of the EC meeting will be sent in a day or two and we will have the Nationals organised before they do it.”

If the WFI goes on to organise its own Nationals the crisis will take a turn for the worst.
“We had sent our explanation to the ministry that we have not flouted any rules. We are still awaiting a reply. We will wait for a day or two. If they do not want to engage with us, we are not also not interested then.
“Our federation does not recognise this suspension.”

Indian wrestling has witnessed unprecedented power struggle in the last one year. In protest against Sanjay, who is a close aide of sexual harassment accused Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, becoming WFI president Bajrang Punia returned his Padma Shri and Vinesh Phogat returned her Arjuna Award and Khel Ratna.

Sakshi Malik had quit wrestling the day Sanjay won the WFI president’s election.

Delhi Court rejects bail plea of AAP leader Sanjay

December 23, 2023, 5:49 am

Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Friday rejected the bail application of AAP leader Sanjay Singh in connection with a money laundering case related to the purported Delhi excise policy scam.
Special Judge M K Nagpal dismissed the bail plea of Sanjay Singh.The court had previously adjourned proceedings on Thursday and said that the verdict on Singh’s bail application would be delivered on December 22, 2023.

During the arguments on Singh’s bail application, his counsel contended that there were inconsistencies in the statements of accused-turned-approver Dinesh Arora and other witnesses regarding payments of bribes to Singh.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed Singh’s application, emphasizing that the investigation was still ongoing and that if granted bail, he could potentially impede the investigation, tamper with evidence, and influence witnesses.

Sanjay Singh was arrested by the anti-money laundering agency on October 4, 2023. The ED alleges that Sanjay Singh played a pivotal role in formulating and executing the now-abandoned 2021-2022 excise policy, which purportedly favored certain liquor manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers in exchange for financial considerations.
Sanjay Singh has consistently refuted these allegations and asserted his innocence.

ED Takes Action: Charge Sheet Filed Against AAP’s Sanjay Singh in Delhi Excise Policy Case

December 2, 2023, 3:12 pm

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a supplementary prosecution complaint on Saturday against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh in the ongoing money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy. This development adds a new dimension to Singh’s legal woes.

Singh, who was taken into custody by the ED on October 4 in connection with the alleged irregularities in the excise policy, remains in judicial custody at Tihar Jail.

The Rouse Avenue Court’s Special Judge, MK Nagpal, has summoned a response from the ED by December 6 regarding Singh’s bail application. The court extended Singh’s judicial custody until December 4.

Special Public Prosecutor Naveen Kumar Matta, representing the ED, assured the court that the chargesheet (Supplementary Prosecution Complaint) will be submitted within the stipulated timeframe.

Earlier, the Delhi High Court dismissed Singh’s appeal contesting his arrest, highlighting his purported involvement in the decision to grant licenses to alcohol shops and merchants in 2020, allegedly causing financial losses and violating anti-corruption laws.

The case, centered on the Delhi government’s 2021–22 excise policy, revolves around allegations of favoritism and cartelization. The AAP has vehemently denied these accusations.

ED’s relentless investigation has included multiple searches at the residences and offices of Singh’s associates and beneficiaries of the policy. The agency considers Singh a significant conspirator in the case.

The inquiry stems from findings in the Delhi Chief Secretary’s report, which disclosed prima facie violations of various statutes, including the GNCTD Act 1991, Transaction of Business Rules (ToBR) 1993, Delhi Excise Act 2009, and Delhi Excise Rules 2010, leading to the subsequent CBI case registration.