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Uttarakhand Government Refutes Probe Flaw Allegations Amid Parents' Protest Over Ankita Bhandari Case
✍️ India Today
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 08:32 AM
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The Uttarakhand administration dismissed claims that the investigation into Ankita Bhandari's death is flawed, even as her parents staged a protest demanding a transparent probe.
Parents of Ankita Bhandari gathered outside the state secretariat in Dehradun on Monday, demanding a thorough and unbiased investigation into their daughter's death. The demonstration, which included placards and a petition, sought clarification on several procedural aspects of the ongoing probe.
In response, the Uttarakhand government issued an official statement rejecting the allegation that the investigation is flawed. Officials highlighted that the case is being handled by a senior police team, and that all standard forensic and procedural protocols are being followed.
The administration urged the grieving family and the public to allow the investigative agencies to complete their work without external pressure. It also pledged to share any substantive findings with the media once the inquiry reaches a conclusive stage.
Law enforcement officials reiterated their commitment to transparency and indicated that they are prepared to cooperate with any higher judicial review if requested. The case continues to attract attention across the state, prompting calls for accountability from civil society groups.
In response, the Uttarakhand government issued an official statement rejecting the allegation that the investigation is flawed. Officials highlighted that the case is being handled by a senior police team, and that all standard forensic and procedural protocols are being followed.
The administration urged the grieving family and the public to allow the investigative agencies to complete their work without external pressure. It also pledged to share any substantive findings with the media once the inquiry reaches a conclusive stage.
Law enforcement officials reiterated their commitment to transparency and indicated that they are prepared to cooperate with any higher judicial review if requested. The case continues to attract attention across the state, prompting calls for accountability from civil society groups.