Uttarakhand CM calls for CBI probe in Ankita Bhandari case
After a fortnight of protests and growing public pressure, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has asked for a CBI investigation into the 2022 murder of Ankita Bhandari.
The move follows a meeting with Ankita's parents, who urged for a fresh probe under Supreme Court supervision, especially since there are allegations that a "VIP" might be involved.
Why this matters
Ankita, just 19 and working at Vanantra Resort, was killed by the resort owner Pulkit Arya and two staff members—who are now serving life sentences.
But questions about a possible VIP connection haven't gone away, sparking demands for deeper investigation from both the public and opposition parties.
CM Dhami said his government will do "whatever it takes" to ensure justice for Ankita Bhandari, promising action as people across Uttarakhand continue to demand answers.