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The bench stated that there was no basis for judicial interference while noting the ongoing assessment by the LG and eventual presentation before the President, activities that fall outside the judiciary's domain
The Delhi High Court on Thursday rejected the plea seeking to remove Arvind Kejriwal from his position as Chief Minister of Delhi.
Following Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, one Surjit Singh Yadav, had approached the high court contending that individuals accused of financial wrongdoing should be held to higher standards, and their presence in public roles posed a potential threat to the integrity of democratic institutions.
The bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet PS Arora held, "It is for the other wings of the government to examine in accordance with the law".
The petitioner further contended that allowing Kejriwal to remain in his position as CM while facing serious criminal charges not only compromises the integrity of the ongoing legal proceedings but also casts a shadow over the broader democratic process.
The court emphasized that the executive branch was already addressing the matter comprehensively. Court clarified its non-involvement in political matters, stressing that such issues were best addressed by political entities and the public through appropriate channels.
[Inputs: PTI]
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