Arvind Kejriwal interview: ‘Only the PM can answer how long he wants me in jail… If I quit (as CM), Mamata and Pinarayi govts will be toppled next’

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal reflects on his time in jail, highlighting the perceived move towards dictatorship by the BJP government and his commitment to saving democracy

Kejriwal denies involvement in a liquor scam, criticizing the PMLA Act for its impact on criminal jurisprudence and claiming that the law is being used to suppress opposition voices

The BJP is targeting the Aam Aadmi Party and Kejriwal, aiming to crush the party's national growth and impact, as indicated by discussions at the PM level and actions taken against AAP leaders

Kejriwal emphasizes that the AAP is more than a party but a growing ideology resonating with people due to its work in education and health, leading to electoral successes in various states

Speculation arises on PM Modi's retirement at 75 and Home Minister Amit Shah succeeding him, with internal BJP dynamics suggesting a succession battle and differing views on leadership

Kejriwal's arrest aimed to discredit him but instead strengthened AAP's unity and support base, showcasing him as an honest leader and rallying point for the party

Kejriwal questions the BJP's motives and tactics, portraying his incarceration as a sacrifice for the greater cause of preserving democracy and the Constitution

The interview sheds light on Kejriwal's perspective on current political challenges, his vision for the future, and the ongoing power dynamics within the BJP and the opposition landscape