Kejriwal skips excise policy hearings after Delhi HC rejects recusal plea

Published on 27 April 2026

His refusal follows a judge recusal setback

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has decided not to appear further in the excise policy case, writing to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma to inform her of his choice. The move comes after the Delhi High Court rejected his plea to recuse the judge, with Kejriwal alleging perceived bias and calling it a conscientious protest over fairness concerns.

Kejriwal says he will not appear in the excise policy case
He wrote to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma about the decision
Delhi HC dismissed his recusal plea earlier
Kejriwal cites perceived bias and fairness concerns

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Kejriwal skips excise policy hearings after Delhi HC rejects recusal plea

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