Arvind Kejriwal: India opposition calls arrest ‘decay of democracy’

Indian opposition leaders across political parties have strongly condemned the arrest of Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Mr Kejriwal, leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was arrested on Thursday in connection with corruption allegations relating to the city's policies over alcohol sales.

Mr Kejriwal has denied any wrongdoing. He will be produced in court on Friday.

Opposition leaders have alleged that his arrest is politically motivated. read more