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Live Updates: 'Fair Trial Needs Fair Probe', Says Court Raps CBI In Delhi Liquor Policy Case

TT Editor·Updated: 27 Feb 2026 11:25 am IST
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Live Updates: 'Fair Trial Needs Fair Probe', Says Court Raps CBI In Delhi Liquor Policy Case

In a significant development related to the Delhi Excise Policy case, a court has criticized the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for its handling of the investigation, emphasizing the need for a fair trial supported by a thorough probe. The court highlighted a lack of substantial evidence against prominent figures, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia. This ruling indicates a potential setback for the CBI, which has been scrutinizing alleged irregularities in the implementation of the excise policy that was intended to regulate the liquor trade in Delhi. The court's observations raise questions about the integrity of the investigation and suggest that the CBI's claims may not hold up under judicial scrutiny. As the case unfolds, the implications for the involved political leaders and the broader political landscape in Delhi remain to be seen, particularly in light of ongoing debates surrounding governance and accountability in the capital's administration.

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