New Delhi: Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia gets bail in Delhi excise policy case on Friday by the Supreme Court. This is a major event in the legal battle against Sisodia, who has been caught in the middle of controversies regarding the operation of the excise policy.
This followed a suspension of the ruling by the Supreme Court on August 6 with pending directions from the same court. The bail grant let Sisodia be released from custody during the course of the trial in relation to other charges. This is considered a strategic step in the case, which has attracted the public and media attention due to its political connections and involvement of well-known accused persons.
The excise policy case, which relates to alleged unconstitutional and corrupt activities in relation to distribution and exercising policies of alcoholic products in Delhi, has been a contentious issue. Sisodia, who has served the Delhi government in crucial administrative capacities, has reportedly been involved in these malpractices.
This bail was granted when the excise policy and its workings were under much consideration and controversy. This must be done with the understanding that Sisodia is a political and administrative personality in India who can continue carrying out his responsibilities while out on bail. This might also influence the larger political system in Delhi since the excise policy case is critical to the current political setup.
Since the legal action is underway, everyone will be waiting for what action remains in this case and what effects it can leave on Sisodia’s political career and Delhi government policymaking. Such complications are evident in the case at hand due to the legal and political dealings of the Supreme Court.
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