New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is set to visit the historic Hanuman temple in Connaught Place today, following his release from Tihar Jail on Friday evening. Kejriwal’s release comes after the Supreme Court granted him bail in a money laundering case related to the Delhi liquor scam. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader had been in custody for 156 days.
On Friday morning, the Supreme Court approved Kejriwal’s bail with specific conditions, including the need to furnish a bond of Rs 10 lakh. Additionally, Kejriwal is prohibited from making public comments about the case, returning to his office as Chief Minister, or signing any government files. He is also required to appear before the trial court for further proceedings.
After securing bail, Kejriwal expressed his gratitude, stating, “I have come out of jail due to the prayers of the people. My morale has increased 100 times. I will continue to fight anti-national forces.” His comments came amid a grand welcome from his supporters, with drums and fireworks greeting him outside Tihar Jail. Kejriwal’s wife, Sunita Kejriwal, and his daughter were among those present.
Kejriwal was initially arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in March of this year, followed by his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in June. His release was eagerly awaited by his party and supporters, who had organised celebrations in anticipation of his return.
In addition to his temple visit today, Kejriwal addressed the current state of the country, stating that the nation is passing through a critical phase. He emphasised that the country’s integrity is more important than any individual and called attention to “anti-national forces” seeking to weaken institutions such as the Election Commission, the ED, and the CBI.
Kejriwal’s next steps remain uncertain, but his visit to the Hanuman temple today is seen as a symbolic gesture of thanks and reflection after his months-long ordeal.
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