A fresh political confrontation has erupted after Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP over recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) action against Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora and other AAP leaders, alleging selective use of central agencies.
Addressing the issue, Kejriwal said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had previously accused Suvendu Adhikari of corruption but later aligned politically with him. He argued that such instances raise questions about the credibility and intent behind investigative actions against opposition leaders. According to Kejriwal, the timing of ED interventions often coincides with political developments, which he described as a pattern aimed at pressuring rival parties.
The remarks come amid heightened tensions following enforcement actions targeting Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders. Kejriwal alleged that investigative agencies are being misused to weaken opposition voices, claiming that cases are pursued selectively while similar allegations against leaders aligned with the ruling party are overlooked.
On the other hand, the BJP has strongly rejected these allegations, maintaining that central agencies operate independently and act based on evidence. Party leaders have stated that corruption cases must be investigated regardless of political affiliation and accused AAP of attempting to politicize legal proceedings.
The controversy has intensified political debate across multiple states, with opposition parties rallying around the issue of alleged misuse of central agencies. Several leaders have called for greater transparency and institutional accountability, while the ruling party continues to defend the actions as part of its anti-corruption stance.
Meanwhile, legal proceedings related to the ED action are expected to move forward in the coming days, with courts likely to play a key role in determining the validity of the allegations and the course of the investigation. The developments are being closely watched, as they could have wider implications for the political climate ahead of upcoming elections.
