Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met the family of late Ankita Bhandari and assured them of complete government support. He said delivering justice in the case remains the state’s top priority.

Meeting Held at Chief Minister’s Residence

Parents Share Their Concerns

According to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), CM Dhami met Ankita’s father, Virendra Singh Bhandari, and mother, Soni Devi, at his official residence in Dehradun.

During the meeting, the parents shared their pain, concerns, and expectations. The Chief Minister listened to them calmly and with empathy. He assured them that the government stands firmly with the family.

Justice Is the Top Priority: CM Dhami

Government Promises Action

CM Dhami said that ensuring justice for Ankita Bhandari is the highest priority of the Uttarakhand government.
Additionally, he promised all possible support and positive action on the family’s demands.

As a result, the family was assured that the case would be handled with fairness and seriousness.

Delhi High Court Orders Removal of Social Media Posts

BJP Leader Welcomes Court Decision

Meanwhile, BJP leader and advocate Gaurav Bhatia welcomed the Delhi High Court’s directions to remove social media posts linking BJP leader Dushyant Gautam to the Ankita Bhandari case.

He called the order a victory for the rule of law and a strong reply to baseless political claims.

Court Ruling a Strong Message: Gaurav Bhatia

Posts to Be Taken Down Within 24 Hours

Speaking to reporters, Bhatia said the court directed Congress and AAP to remove defamatory posts from their official social media accounts.

He added that the court found the posts unsupported by facts. Therefore, all such content must be removed within 24 hours.

Background of the Ankita Bhandari Case

Case That Shook Uttarakhand

Earlier, Ankita Bhandari, a 19-year-old resort receptionist, was found dead in a canal in September 2022.

Investigations revealed she was allegedly pressured to provide sexual favours at a resort run by Pulkit Arya, the son of a former BJP leader.

Later, a trial court convicted Pulkit Arya and two others. All three were sentenced to life imprisonment.

Conclusion

Overall, the meeting with CM Pushkar Singh Dhami highlights the government’s focus on justice and victim support.
At the same time, the Delhi High Court ruling sends a clear message against misinformation and political defamation.