BJP Leader Mahendra Bhatt Criticises Congress for Failing to Provide Evidence in Ankita Bhandari Murder Case

Mahendra Bhatt of the BJP has accused Congress of failing to present evidence regarding the Ankita Bhandari murder case, claiming they are disrespecting the victim's memory through unfounded allegations.

Mahendra Bhatt, the president of BJP's Uttarakhand unit and a Rajya Sabha member, criticised the Congress for not providing timely evidence in the Ankita Bhandari murder case. He accused them of creating baseless conspiracies to insult the victim's memory. Bhatt's comments followed Congress's allegations that the Uttarakhand government was shielding the accused and their demand for a CBI investigation under a Supreme Court judge's supervision.

Bhatt highlighted that the Director General of Police had previously urged anyone with information about a VIP involved to come forward, but no one did. He claimed that the state government's efforts led to the criminals receiving life imprisonment. Bhatt also accused Congress of using an unverified viral audio as a political tool, stating that a complaint had been filed with the police regarding this matter.

Political Conspiracy Allegations

The BJP state president mentioned that the individual whose audio is being circulated alleged it was manipulated using AI. "The person concerned has already clarified that he has not said any such thing and that all this is being done as part of a political conspiracy to tarnish the image of the BJP," Bhatt stated. He demanded an immediate public apology from Congress leaders for their irresponsible remarks.

Former BJP MLA Suresh Rathore, expelled from the party, addressed a press conference in Haridwar. He claimed AI-generated audio clips of his voice were spread to damage his political and social standing. Rathore filed a case at Jwalapur police station against these actions.

AI-Generated Audio Controversy

Rathore explained that for two days, an AI-generated audio clip involving him circulated, suggesting a conspiracy against BJP leaders concerning Ankita Bhandari. The clip mentioned national and state leaders' names. Rathore called for police to confiscate Urmila Sanawar's mobile phone for technical and forensic examination to uncover the truth.

He accused Urmila, who claims to be his wife in a video, of mentally harassing his family with personal allegations. Rathore stated these accusations harm his reputation and disrupt social harmony, prompting him to file a complaint at Jwalapur police station.

The situation remains tense as both parties continue to exchange accusations over the handling of the Ankita Bhandari case. The controversy highlights ongoing political tensions in Uttarakhand, with each side blaming the other for various issues related to the case and its investigation.

With inputs from PTI