Ankita Bhandari Murder: CBI to Investigate After Dhami Govt Recommendation

• Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami approved a CBI investigation into the Ankita Bhandari murder case.
• The decision follows persistent demands from Ankita's parents for a central investigation.
• Ankita Bhandari, a 19-year-old receptionist, was murdered in September 2022 at Vanantara Resort, Pauri district.
• Three accused, including resort owner Pulkit Arya, were sentenced to life imprisonment on May 30, 2025.
• The demand for CBI intensified after allegations of a 'VIP' involvement by Urmila Sanwar, wife of an expelled BJP MLA.

Why It Matters: CBI will now investigate the Ankita Bhandari murder case following public and family demands for justice.