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After spending two years in judicial custody, former Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain has been granted bail. Jain, a key figure in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was arrested on corruption charges in 2022 and has been embroiled in legal proceedings since. The bail comes as a significant relief for both him and his political party, as AAP supporters and leaders across Delhi have begun celebrating the news.
The AAP camp, led by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has been vocal about Jain’s innocence, repeatedly accusing the central government of targeting opposition leaders through investigative agencies. With the bail granted, the party’s leadership feels vindicated, with senior AAP members declaring this a “victory of truth.” However, critics remain cautious, with some expressing concern about the message this may send regarding corruption cases in politics.
Satyendar Jain’s release is expected to boost AAP’s morale ahead of the upcoming Delhi elections, where the party is hoping to retain its dominance. His tenure as health minister saw major public health reforms, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, which are now being hailed as part of his legacy
