Ankita Bhandari case protests at India Gate in New Delhi resulted in the detention of the victim’s parents, Congress leader Pawan Khera, and several other opposition leaders by Delhi Police amid ongoing demands for a VIP probe.
The demonstrators had gathered overnight to demand justice for Ankita Bhandari, leading to the police action in the national capital. While Delhi Police later released the victim’s parents, the detention has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders.
Congress leader and Manglaur MLA Qazi Nizamuddin stated that the parents were staging a peaceful sit-in protest in front of Rashtrapati Bhavan. He added that Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra had visited the site to encourage the family before the police moved to detain the protesters late at night.
Key Points Of Ankita Bhandari Case
- Delhi Police detained Ankita Bhandari‘s parents, Congress leader Pawan Khera, and other protesters at India Gate following overnight demonstrations.
- The victim’s parents are demanding a CBI investigation into the alleged VIP angle and the cancellation of Dushyant Kumar Gautam‘s appointment as the Governor of Sikkim.
- Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra previously visited the protest site to express their full support to the grieving family.
- The 2022 murder case involves the killing of 19-year-old receptionist Ankita Bhandari at Vanantra Resort in Rishikesh, for which three convicts have received life imprisonment.
Protests And Demands For VIP Probe
Qazi Nizamuddin alleged that the police force, which ought to investigate the alleged VIP angle, chose to detain the parents instead. He asserted that the opposition party would continue its agitation until their demands are met, specifically calling for action against Dushyant Gautam.
The victim’s mother stated that they would remain steadfast until the appointment is revoked, warning of hunger strikes if necessary. Meanwhile, the victim’s father issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the government regarding the appointment of Dushyant Kumar Gautam as the Governor of Sikkim, stating that the public would take to the streets otherwise.
Political Reactions And Background
Earlier on Wednesday, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met the parents at India Gate to offer condolences and political backing. In a post on social media, Rahul Gandhi criticized the administration over the four-year delay in delivering justice and alleged that an accused received protection and a constitutional post.
The case dates back to 18 September 2022, when 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari, who worked as a receptionist at Vanantra Resort in Rishikesh, was murdered and her body was recovered from the Chilla canal. Although three individuals, including resort owner and former BJP leader’s son Pulkit Arya, have been sentenced to life imprisonment, the family continues to demand a thorough investigation into the alleged VIP involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were Ankita Bhandari’s parents detained at India Gate?
Ankita Bhandari’s parents and several Congress leaders were detained by Delhi Police at India Gate during a demonstration demanding a CBI probe into the alleged VIP angle and the cancellation of Dushyant Kumar Gautam’s gubernatorial appointment.
Who was convicted in the Ankita Bhandari murder case?
Three individuals, including resort owner Pulkit Arya, were sentenced to life imprisonment for the September 2022 murder of 19-year-old receptionist Ankita Bhandari at Vanantra Resort in Rishikesh.
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