New Delhi: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday alleged that the Centre is using a newly enacted law to suppress dissent and silence critics of the government. Addressing party workers and supporters, Kejriwal claimed the legislation could be misused to target political opponents, activists and individuals who question government policies.
Kejriwal said the law grants excessive powers to authorities and warned that it could undermine democratic values and freedom of expression. He alleged that instead of addressing public concerns, the government was introducing legal measures that could intimidate those who raise critical voices.
The AAP leader urged the Centre to ensure that the law is implemented fairly and not used as a political tool. He also called for greater transparency in its enforcement and stressed the need to safeguard constitutional rights.
The ruling BJP strongly rejected Kejriwal’s allegations, maintaining that the law has been introduced in the interest of national security and public welfare. Party leaders said the legislation is aimed at addressing specific challenges and includes safeguards to prevent misuse. They accused the Opposition of spreading misinformation for political gain.
The exchange adds to the ongoing political tensions between the BJP-led Centre and the Aam Aadmi Party, which have frequently clashed over governance, law enforcement and policy decisions. The latest remarks are expected to intensify the debate over the scope and implementation of the new legislation.
Legal experts and political observers have noted that the effectiveness and impact of the law will ultimately depend on how it is enforced. Opposition parties have indicated they will continue to question provisions they believe could affect civil liberties, while the government has defended the legislation as necessary and constitutionally valid.
The issue is likely to remain a key point of political debate in the coming days, with both the government and the Opposition expected to raise the matter inside and outside Parliament.
