Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Arrested in Corruption Probe

The arrest, seen as politically motivated ahead of India's general election, has sparked international concern and protests.

Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi's Chief Minister and leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has been arrested by India's Enforcement Directorate in a corruption probe, marking him as the first sitting chief minister in the country's history to be arrested.
The arrest is part of a broader crackdown on dissent and opposition figures ahead of India's general election, with many viewing it as politically motivated.
India's Foreign Ministry has summoned a US diplomat following comments from Washington encouraging a fair, transparent, and timely legal process for Kejriwal, indicating international concern over the situation.
Delhi High Court is set to deliver an order on Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest, as his health reportedly deteriorates in custody.
The crackdown has sparked protests and criticism, both domestically and internationally, with concerns over the impact on India's democracy and the upcoming general election.