With few leads to go on, Vartika's team focuses on identifying the exact bus where the crime occurred. Media leaks trigger backlash against the police.

Disturbing details about the night of the crime emerge when bus driver Jai Singh is interrogated further. The hunt begins for his five accomplices.

The fourth suspect is captured. As public outrage mounts, Vartika and Commissioner Kumar Vijay must defend the police against rumors of misconduct.

The pursuit of the final two suspects escalates. Vartika must manage the team’s anger, her child’s fears and her own guilt. Kumar faces irate activists.

Male victim Akash is tempted to speak to the media, to Vartika’s dismay. The chief minister continues with his mission to take down Vartika and Kumar.

The fifth suspect surprises the police. Protests outside Parliament become riots. The search for the final suspect leads to a chase in Naxal territory.