The Delhi Assembly’s Committee of Privileges has set March 6 as the final date for former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other AAP leaders to appear and provide statements on the ‘Faansi Ghar’ matter. This decision follows a request from Kejriwal for a hearing in early March, with the Committee accommodating the request. During a meeting, the Committee discussed the issue after the individuals, including Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Ram Niwas Goel, and Rakhi Birla, asked for more time to submit their statements.
Chairperson Pradyumn Singh Rajput mentioned that Kejriwal requested to appear between March 2 and 6 in his written response. Similarly, Sisodia, Goel, and Birla also sought a few days’ extension in line with Kejriwal’s timeline. The Committee acknowledged these requests and finalized March 6 as the date to ensure the inquiry progresses without delays. The issue, initially raised by Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta, revolves around the authenticity of the ‘Faansi Ghar’ inaugurated on August 9, 2022, within the Delhi Legislative Assembly premises.
Directed to investigate the matter, the Privileges Committee aims to provide a factual and procedural evaluation of the circumstances surrounding the inauguration. The Committee of Privileges, including members like Pradyumn Singh Rajput, Surya Prakash Khatri, and others, reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and institutional integrity during a recent meeting. Emphasizing the importance of cooperation from all involved individuals, the Committee highlighted the necessity for a fair and thorough inquiry.
