An SIT was formed to investigate. Investigators filed a chargesheet based on evidence and witness statements, while prosecutors presented the case in court.
Ankita's father threatened to launch a nationwide agitation if the government did not accept their demand. Her family has been alleging that Gautam played a key role in Ankita's death.
The parents were detained while protesting near India Gate, demanding Dushyant Kumar Gautam’s appointment as Sikkim governor be put on hold until CBI probe into the case is complete.