Verdict on Kejriwal's recusal plea today in Delhi High Court: A recap of the case
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Kejriwal appeared virtually before the judge via video conferencing as he urged her to take on record his rejoinder to the written submissions filed by the CBI.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Monday, 20 April 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Monday, 20 April 2026 via barandbench
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of the Delhi High Court on Monday rejected the plea filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal and others seeking her recusal from the Delhi Excise Policy case.In a strongly worded judgment, Justice Sharma rejected allegations of bias on her part."The floodgates can't be opened to sow seeds of mistrust," she said.Justice Sharma said that Arvind Kejriwal failed to point out any political statement she made which would be indicative of any ideological bias on