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Case Title | Delhi Liquor Policy Case |
Introduction | Supreme Court to hear AAP MP Sanjay Singh’s bail plea and challenge against ED arrest on March 19. |
Factual Background | Sanjay Singh, an AAP leader and MP, arrested by the ED in connection with the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam. |
Legal Issues | Challenge against arrest and remand in money laundering case, application for bail. |
Applicable Law | Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). |
Analysis | Singh’s plea for bail was tagged with his challenge against arrest. ED’s response to bail application ready. |
Conclusion | Matter posted for further hearing on March 19. |
Current Scenario | Investigations ongoing, Singh in judicial custody, trial proceedings yet to commence. |
CASE SUMMARY: The Supreme Court will hear AAP MP Sanjay Singh’s challenge against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam and his bail application on March 19. Singh was arrested in October following allegations of receiving Rs. 2 crores from businessman Dinesh Arora. Despite Singh’s claims of political motivation, the Delhi High Court denied his bail plea, stating insufficient evidence. The case highlights the alleged corruption in the Delhi liquor policy and the legal battles Singh faces.
SOURCE- INDIAN EXPRESS
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