In a recent interview with a news agency Swati Maliwal, an Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP, bravely shared her first-hand experience of a harrowing assault that occurred on May 13.
· According to Maliwal’s recollection, she visited Kejriwal’s residence around 9 am on May 13, anticipating a meeting with the Chief Minister.
· Kejriwal’s aide, Bibhav Kumar, unexpectedly entered the room and allegedly launched a vicious assault against her.
· Maliwal recounted the traumatic ordeal, describing how she was subjected to multiple slaps, forcefully pushed to the ground, and relentlessly kicked.
· Maliwal emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to uncover the truth.
· Meanwhile, in a separate development, the Delhi Police had planned to record statements from Kejriwal’s parents, who were reportedly present at the time of the assault.
· Kejriwal, in response to the impending interrogation of his elderly and ailing parents, appealed to PM Modi to intervene, urging restraint and compassion in his plea.
In a recent interview with a news agency Swati Maliwal, an Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP, bravely shared her first-hand experience of a harrowing assault that occurred on May 13. Maliwal’s detailed account directly contradicts Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s earlier assertion that he was not present during the incident, adding another layer of complexity to an already contentious situation.
According to Maliwal’s recollection, she visited Kejriwal’s residence around 9 am on May 13, anticipating a meeting with the Chief Minister. However, her expectations were shattered when Kejriwal’s aide, Bibhav Kumar, unexpectedly entered the room and allegedly launched a vicious assault against her. Maliwal recounted the traumatic ordeal, describing how she was subjected to multiple slaps, forcefully pushed to the ground, and relentlessly kicked, all while desperately pleading for help that never arrived.
Expressing her disbelief and dismay at the apparent indifference of those present, Maliwal lamented, “It’s beyond comprehension that despite my cries for help, nobody came to my rescue. I was screaming, yet the brutality continued unchecked.” Her poignant testimony underscores not only the physical violence inflicted upon her but also the psychological distress and sense of vulnerability she endured in the face of such aggression.
When pressed on the motive behind the assault and whether Kumar acted independently or under instruction, Maliwal emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to uncover the truth. “I refuse to offer absolution to anyone prematurely,” she asserted, “What cannot be denied is that I was subjected to a violent attack, and Arvind Kejriwal was present during the ordeal.”
Meanwhile, in a separate development, the Delhi Police had planned to record statements from Kejriwal’s parents, who were reportedly present at the time of the assault. However, the interrogation was inexplicably postponed, prolonging the uncertainty surrounding the case. Kejriwal, in response to the impending interrogation of his elderly and ailing parents, appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene, urging restraint and compassion in his plea: “Your quarrel is with me. Spare my elderly, infirm parents from unnecessary distress. Let righteousness prevail.”
While the Delhi Police intends to revisit Kejriwal’s residence in the near future to record his parents’ statements, the delay in proceedings only serves to exacerbate the complexity of the case. Maliwal’s courageous decision to speak out and challenge the prevailing narrative underscores the importance of seeking justice and accountability, even in the face of formidable opposition. As the investigation unfolds, the quest for truth and the pursuit of justice remains paramount, demanding unwavering dedication and resolve from all parties involved.
(With inputs from agencies)
