Delhi Assembly adjourned till April 1 amid protest by AAP MLAs against Arvind Kejriwal's arrest

AAP legislators, protesting against Kejriwal's arrest, flooded the Well of the House, chanting slogans in support of their leader and condemning Prime Minister Narnedra Modi government's actions.

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First Published Mar 27, 2024, 12:26 PM IST

Amid rising tension surrounding the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi Assembly on Wednesday (March 27) took a drastic step, adjourning its proceedings until April 1. The decision came following a heated session where AAP MLAs voiced their discontent. Initially, the Speaker called for a 15-minute adjournment shortly after the session began.

AAP legislators, protesting against Kejriwal's arrest, flooded the Well of the House, chanting slogans in support of their leader and condemning Prime Minister Narnedra Modi government's actions.

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Before the session commenced, AAP members staged a protest outside the assembly premises, demanding Kejriwal's immediate release. Party leaders like Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj led the protest, donning yellow T-shirts with slogans such as "Main Bhi Kejriwal" and "Modi ka Sabse Bada Dar Kejriwal."

Speaking to reporters, Atishi denounced Kejriwal's arrest as an assault on democracy, citing it as the first instance of a sitting CM being detained just ahead of national elections.

Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the Delhi excise policy money laundering case has stirred controversy. He remains in ED custody until March 28, with the chief minister challenging his detention in court.

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Last Updated Mar 27, 2024, 12:26 PM IST