Haryana: Female Congress party worker's body found in suitcase
What's the story
A political controversy has erupted after a woman's body was found stuffed in a suitcase near the Sampla bus stand in Rohtak, Haryana. The victim was identified as 22-year-old Himani Narwal, who was reportedly an active Congress member. She had joined Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on the Bharat Jodo Yatra and was closely associated with Bhupinder Hooda and Deepinder Hooda during election campaigns.
Investigation and reaction
Police investigation underway, Congress demands justice
The suitcase with Narwal's body was found by passersby who immediately informed the police. Preliminary investigations revealed Narwal's neck was wrapped with a scarf and she had mehendi on her hands. Sampla police station SHO Bijendra Singh said it seemed like a murder case, and further investigations were underway.
Leaders' response
Congress leaders express shock, demand impartial investigation
Congress MLA Bharat Bhushan Batra confirmed Narwal's party affiliation and expressed shock over the incident. He called for an "STI" to be formed to ensure strict action against the guilty. Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda also condemned the murder, calling it "extremely sad and shocking." He demanded a "high-level" and "impartial" investigation into this incident.
Call for justice
Hooda calls for swift justice, Congress demands accountability
Hooda said, "This in itself is a blot on the law and order situation of the state." He called for swift justice for the victim's family and the harshest punishment for the culprits. The Congress party has been vocal in demanding accountability and justice in the wake of this shocking incident.