Former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain granted bail in money laundering case

New Delhi: A Delhi court has granted bail to former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain in connection with a money laundering case. The decision was made due to delays in the trial and the prolonged duration of his imprisonment.

Jain, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on May 30, 2022, had been in custody for 18 months. Special Judge Vishal Gogne, in his ruling, stated that given the delays and the long jail term Jain had already served, it was appropriate to grant him relief while awaiting trial.

The AAP hailed the decision as a “victory of truth.” In a post on social media platform X, the party stated, “Satyamev Jayate. Another conspiracy of the BJP has been foiled.”

The statement praised Jain’s contribution to the health sector, particularly his role in establishing mohalla clinics in Delhi.

AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal echoed similar sentiments, asserting that Jain’s arrest was politically motivated.

He accused the central government of targeting Jain to undermine free health services in the capital.