Political backlash erupts after Dushyant Gautam named Sikkim governor

A wave of political opposition has surged in Uttarakhand following the appointment of Dushyant Gautam as Sikkim’s governor. Congress leaders, including spokesperson Garima Dasooney, condemned the move as an affront to the state's collective conscience, especially in light of the lingering doubts about Gautam’s possible connection to the Ankita Bhandari murder case. The party announced a one‑hour silent fast at Gandhi Park as a first step, promising additional demonstrations statewide after a strategic meeting with senior figures from the national leadership.