Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal has criticized the recent Enforcement Directorate action against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, calling it an example of alleged misuse of central agencies for political purposes. He claimed that the situation surrounding the ED raid against Pinarayi Vijayan raises serious questions about democratic functioning.
Allegations of Political Targeting
Kejriwal stated that the ED raid against Pinarayi Vijayan reflects a pattern of using investigative agencies to target opposition leaders and regional parties. According to him, such actions undermine the spirit of democracy and federalism in the country.
The ED raid against former Kerala CM @pinarayivijayan is yet another blatant misuse of central agencies by the BJP to target regional opposition parties and undermine democracy.
ED’s immediate raid after Congress started complaining about ‘inaction’, raises questions on the…
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) May 27, 2026
Questions Over Timing of Action
He further pointed out that the ED raid against Pinarayi Vijayan came at a politically sensitive time, following public criticism from the Congress over alleged inaction. This timing, he argued, raises doubts about coordination and political motives behind the enforcement action.
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Concerns Over Centre–Opposition Relations
The AAP leader also suggested that the ED raid against Pinarayi Vijayan highlights deeper concerns about the relationship between major national parties and the use of central agencies. He said such developments create mistrust in democratic institutions.
Call for Fair Investigations
Reiterating his stance, Kejriwal demanded that all investigations should be conducted fairly and without political interference. The ED raid against Pinarayi Vijayan controversy, he said, should be addressed transparently to maintain public confidence in investigative bodies.