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Social activist Yogita Bhayana and Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC engage in a heated debate over the ongoing investigation into the four-year-old Ankita Bhandari murder case. Bhayana, who accompanied Bhandari's parents to protest at India Gate, demanded swift justice and accountability regarding an alleged VIP named in the case. She insisted, 'Give him a clean chit through the CBI first,' before conferring official posts like governor. Shaina NC countered by questioning the political motivations and timing of leaders like Rahul Gandhi joining the agitation, highlighting alleged political theatrics and pointing to sexual harassment allegations at JNU. While both guests concurred that crimes against women must transcend partisan lines without selective outrage, Bhayana urged Parliament to dedicate a special annual session specifically focusing on women's safety.
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