Dehradun, Jan. 10 -- A new FIR has been registered in Dehradun regarding the Ankita Bhandari murder case, focusing on the alleged involvement of unknown "VIPs" and potential evidence tampering.

Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri awardee Anil Prakash Joshi filed a complaint on Friday, citing social media discussions and audiovisual clips suggesting VIPs' involvement.

Joshi had requested a separate investigation into the "VIPs" to ensure all the facts are unveiled, and complete justice is served, the Garhwal Range Police said.

On January 9, 2026, Dr. Anil Prakash Joshi filed a formal complaint at the Basant Vihar Police Station. This resulted in the registration of FIR No. 06/2026. The police have invoked specific sections of the Bharatiya Nya...