A senior aide announced that Arvind Kejriwal will continue to govern Delhi from his prison cell, despite mounting pressure from rivals demanding his resignation. Kejriwal, the chief minister of New Delhi and a prominent figure in an opposition alliance, was arrested in connection with a corruption investigation. Atishi Marlena Singh, Delhi’s Education Minister, cited legal provisions allowing Kejriwal to maintain his position while under arrest.
Supporters argue that resigning without trial or conviction could set a precedent for removing opposition leaders. The arrest is part of a broader trend of opposition figures facing scrutiny by law enforcement agencies, sparking concerns about democratic freedoms.Modi’s supporters held rallies in support of the Prime Minister and called for Kejriwal’s resignation. Despite the controversy, India prepares for its upcoming parliamentary elections, where Modi’s re-election is widely anticipated. The arrest of opposition leaders like Kejriwal has raised questions about political motivations and the use of legal mechanisms to sideline challengers
