A major political controversy has erupted in Haryana after the body of a young woman, identified as Congress worker Himani Narwal, was found inside a suitcase near the Sampla bus station in Rohtak. The discovery, made on February 28, has sparked outrage among opposition leaders, who are calling for a high-level investigation into the murder. According to forensic reports, the victim, aged between 20 and 22, had a scarf wrapped around her neck and mehendi on her hands, suggesting she may have been killed before her body was abandoned. Police have launched an extensive probe, with Sampla police station SHO Bijendra Singh confirming that forensic teams have collected crucial evidence from the scene. Officials suspect that the crime may have political undertones, given Narwal’s active involvement with Congress and her recent participation in the Bharat Jodo Yatra and election campaigns alongside senior party leaders.
The incident has triggered a heated political row, with Congress leaders blaming the state government for a deteriorating law and order situation. Former Haryana Chief Minister and Congress Haryana President Bhupinder Singh Hooda condemned the murder, calling it a “blot on the state’s governance” and demanding swift justice for the victim’s family. He urged the administration to conduct an “impartial and high-level investigation” to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice. Meanwhile, Narwal’s mother, Savita, has made an emotional appeal to Congress leader Asha Hooda, stating that she will not perform her daughter’s last rites until justice is served. The murder has further fueled accusations that the ruling government has failed to protect political workers, especially in the lead-up to the crucial municipal elections.
Adding to the tension, the timing of the murder coincides with the Haryana municipal elections, which began on March 2. The elections will decide mayors and ward members in seven municipal corporations, including key cities like Gurugram, Rohtak, and Faridabad. Political analysts believe that the shocking nature of Narwal’s murder could impact voter sentiment, with Congress using the incident to highlight alleged governance failures. The situation remains volatile as police continue their investigation while political leaders escalate their demands for accountability. The Haryana government, under mounting pressure, has yet to respond with concrete action, leaving many questioning the state’s commitment to justice and security.
