Shiv Sena (UBT) Denounces Excise Case as Politically Motivated Attack on Kejriwal
The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction has launched a fierce critique of the recent discharge of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, labeling it a resounding 'slap' on political vendetta. In a hard-hitting editorial published in its party mouthpiece 'Saamana', the Opposition party has vehemently asserted that the charges levied against Kejriwal were entirely politically motivated and designed to undermine his administration.
Allegations of Coordinated Conspiracy Against AAP Government
The editorial goes a step further by making explosive claims that BJP leaders, the Delhi lieutenant governor, and central investigative agencies including the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) acted in cahoots with a singular objective: to orchestrate the ouster of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government from power in the national capital. This coordinated effort, according to the Shiv Sena (UBT), represents a blatant misuse of state machinery for partisan political gains.
The timing and nature of the excise policy case have been called into question, with the editorial suggesting that it was fabricated as a tool to harass and destabilize Kejriwal's leadership. The discharge of the Chief Minister from the case is seen not just as a legal victory but as a moral indictment of those who allegedly engineered the charges. The Shiv Sena (UBT) emphasizes that this episode exposes the depths to which political adversaries are willing to sink to achieve their goals.
Broader Implications for Indian Democracy and Federalism
This development raises significant concerns about the health of Indian democracy and the principles of federalism. The editorial warns that such actions, if unchecked, could set a dangerous precedent where elected governments are vulnerable to targeted attacks by central authorities and rival political factions. It calls for a renewed commitment to fair play and the rule of law, urging all political actors to refrain from weaponizing institutions for narrow political ends.
The Shiv Sena (UBT)'s stance aligns with a growing chorus of voices within the Opposition that have criticized the alleged overreach of central agencies in states governed by non-BJP parties. This incident is likely to fuel further debate on the autonomy of state governments and the need for impartiality in law enforcement. As the political landscape heats up, the excise policy case discharge serves as a flashpoint in the ongoing tussle between the AAP and its detractors.
