Vantara resort News

Bhandari's murder allegedly by her employer Pulkit Arya, who is the son of a former BJP leader, and his two accomplices, had triggered a massive public outrage with people demanding the hanging of the killers.

"Today, after reaching Dobh Srikot village of Pauri district, expressed condolences while meeting the family members of daughter Ankita. I assured them that by taking the strictest action against the culprits of this heinous crime, we will get the matter heard in the fast-track court," tweeted CM Dhami.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami has directed officials to provide financial assistance of Rs 25 lakh to Ankita's family The murder case has sparked massive outrage and protests Authorities had demolished parts of the resort, saying the structures were illegally constructed

A young couple from Uttar Pradesh who worked at Vantara Resort in Rishikesh managed to `escape` two months ago After witnessing `suspicious` activities there, the couple walked 10 km until they caught a bus and returned home to Meerut Rishita, 27, worked at the front office of the resort and her husband Vivek was with the housekeeping department

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has ordered to ensure that necessary action is taken against resorts that are operating illegally Dhami said that the strictest punishment will be given for such crimes The 19-year-old receptionist went missing a few days ago and her body was found on September 23