Explained: What Next After Arvind Kejriwal Skips 3rd Probe Agency Summons

AAP claimed today that Mr Kejriwal is willing to cooperate with the ED but has deemed the notice illegal.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today skipped the third summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Delhi excise policy case. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly criticised the timing of the summons, just ahead of the 2024 general elections, alleging that it is a deliberate attempt to hinder the Delhi Chief Minister's campaign. 

AAP claimed today that Mr Kejriwal is willing to cooperate with the ED but has deemed the notice illegal.

An individual can ignore an ED summons three times. Since Mr Kejriwal has now exhausted the tally, the ED can now seek a non-bailable warrant (NBW), compelling his appearance before a court.