The legal battle over the Delhi liquor scam case has escalated to the Supreme Court, following a challenge by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against a lower court ruling that acquitted all defendants, including Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal. The CBI has filed an appeal in the Delhi High Court seeking to overturn the trial court's decision that released Kejriwal and his co-defendants from the charges. Meanwhile, Kejriwal has approached the Supreme Court requesting a transfer of the case to another judge, citing concerns over the current presiding judge, Justice Swarnkant Sharma.

In his petition, Kejriwal argues that the case should be heard by a different bench, as he believes that a change in the judicial panel could provide a fairer hearing. Alongside Kejriwal, former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who is also an accused in the case, has challenged a summons issued by the Delhi High Court in Supreme Court, seeking relief from the legal proceedings. This turn of events highlights the ongoing legal complexities surrounding the liquor policy scam and reflects the high stakes involved for prominent political figures in Delhi.

As the case progresses to the Supreme Court, it may not only influence the legal outcomes for those involved but could also have political ramifications for the Aam Aadmi Party and its leadership. The CBI's actions in appealing the acquittal signify a continued government interest in pursuing the case, while Kejriwal's request for a different judge raises questions about the perceived impartiality of the judicial system in politically sensitive cases. The developments in this case will likely be closely monitored by political analysts and the public alike, given its implications for governance and political accountability in India.