Today, Special Judge M. K. Nagpal at Rouse Avenue Court denied the bail plea of AAP MP Sanjay Singh. This decision pertained to a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.

Significantly, on December 12, the court postponed its decision on the bail application submitted by the AAP leader.

The Special Judge held back the ruling following arguments presented by Singh's counsel, Senior Advocate Mohit Mathur, and the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Mathur contended that Singh, a Rajya Sabha MP, had not been summoned for questioning by the ED until his arrest on October 4, 2023. The counsel emphasized discrepancies in the statements provided by Dinesh Arora, an accused turned approver, in comparison to the accounts of other witnesses.

Mathur underscored that Arora's statement raised doubts about its reliability, labeling Arora as a "tainted" witness and a "guilty accomplice." Singh's counsel emphasized the distinction between seeking bail and seeking discharge, highlighting the paramount significance of personal liberty as enshrined in the Constitution.

The ED objected to Singh's bail application, arguing that the investigation was still in progress. They expressed concerns that Singh's release could impede the ongoing probe, lead to tampering with evidence, and possibly influence witnesses involved in the case. The court directed the ED to submit any written submissions within two days and asked Singh's counsel to file a rejoinder within a day thereafter.

Sanjay Singh was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on October 4, with allegations pointing to his significant involvement in formulating and executing the now-defunct excise policy. The ED contended that the policy in question favored specific liquor manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers for financial benefit. Throughout, Sanjay Singh has consistently refuted these allegations, maintaining his innocence in the case.