Arvind

1. Delhi court orders Arvind Kejriwal’s judicial custody till April 15 in a money laundering case.
2. The decision coincides with the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
3. Kejriwal was implicated in a case linked to a defunct liquor policy.

New Delhi, April 01: A Delhi court has ordered Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody until April 15 in connection with a money laundering case related to a now-revoked liquor policy. This decision comes just before the commencement of the Lok Sabha elections.

Transition to Jail Routine

Kejriwal, now in judicial custody, will adhere to the daily schedule typical of inmates at Tihar jail. Here’s a breakdown of what his routine will likely entail:

Morning Rituals

  • 6:30 am: Wake-up call, followed by tea and slices of bread for breakfast.
  • Morning Shower: Following breakfast, inmates usually take a morning shower.
  • Morning Activities: Kejriwal may attend court hearings or meet with his lawyers during this time.

Midday Meals

  • 11:00 am: Lunch consisting of dal, sabzi, rotis, and rice.
  • 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Mandatory rest period where inmates remain in their cells.
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Afternoon Meetings

  • 3:30 pm: Tea and biscuits are served.
  • 4:00 pm: Opportunity for meetings with lawyers.
  • Early Dinner: Similar to lunch, served in the late afternoon or early evening.

Evening Lockdown

  • 7:00 pm: Prisoners are locked in their cells for the night.

Living Conditions and Facilities

Daily Activities

  • Television Access: Inmates can watch TV from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm.
  • Medical Assistance: Medical staff are available around the clock for emergencies, including regular checkups for diabetic patients like Kejriwal.
  • Visitation Rights: Kejriwal can meet approved family members twice a week.
  • Reading Materials: His lawyers have requested access to Hindu mythology texts and other books.

Housing Arrangements

  • Jail Number 2: Kejriwal will be lodged in Tihar’s Jail Number 2, alongside other inmates.
  • Other Notable Residents: Former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, ex-Health Minister Satyendar Jain, and AAP MP Sanjay Singh occupy other sections of the jail.

Legal Background

Arrest and Custody

  • March 21 Arrest: The ED arrested Kejriwal over the excise policy case, alleging his direct involvement in policy formulation.
  • 10-Day Custody: He remained in ED custody for 10 days, accused of corruption related to the Delhi Excise Policy 2022.

First Sitting CM Arrest

  • Legal Precedent: Kejriwal’s arrest marks the first instance of a sitting CM being arrested in India.
  • Summonses Ignored: The arrest followed Kejriwal’s defiance of nine ED summonses, which he deemed “illegal”.

Kejriwal’s transition to judicial custody marks a significant turn in his legal battle.

While adhering to the routine of a Tihar jail inmate, he continues to navigate the legal complexities surrounding the money laundering case linked to the revoked liquor policy.