The Central Bureau of Investigation relied heavily on statements of an approver and failed to establish a clear financial trail. Ritodrish Mondal,CalcuttaSir — The discharge of all 23 accused in the Delhi excise policy case raises serious questions about the CBI’s investigative standards. Subramaniam,ChennaiSir — A significant message has emerged from the discharge of Arvind Kejriwal and others in the Delhi excise policy case. Monidipa Mitra,CalcuttaSir — Many Indian citizens, especially in the national capital, watched the Delhi liquor policy case unfold over three years. Sharma,Barnala, PunjabSir — In a detailed order, a special court in Delhi criticised the investigative approach adopted by the CBI in the excise policy case.

Source: The Telegraph March 03, 2026 15:01 UTC