Welcome to CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, Episode 48. In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Ankita Bhandari, a 19-year-old whose disappearance and subsequent murder in 2022 sent shockwaves across India. Ankita, a bright and ambitious young woman working at a resort in Rishikesh, vanished under mysterious circumstances. Her tragic death exposed a web of betrayal, corruption, and systemic failures. In this episode, we discuss: Ankita’s life, ambitions, and her troubling final daysThe chilling details of her disappearance and the discovery of her bodyThe shocking role of Pulkit Arya, her employer and the primary accusedThe public outcry, systemic corruption, and government responseLingering questions and theories, including motives, cover-ups, and exploitationKey questions remain unanswered: What truly happened in Ankita’s final hours?Are there larger networks of exploitation connected to her death?How can justice be served and systemic issues addressed?Ankita’s story has become a rallying cry for justice, workplace safety, and the fight against exploitation. Her courage and resilience are a powerful reminder of the changes needed to protect vulnerable individuals. Join us as we uncover the truths and injustices surrounding this haunting case. Subscribe to CrimePod Castle for more compelling stories of resilience and the quest for justice.