Key Points
- Major breakthrough in Raja Raghuvanshi murder case: Police arrest three people, including his wife Sonam Raghuvanshi, on charges of contract killing.
- Sonam’s parents defend her: Her father claims she is innocent and demands a CBI inquiry, alleging Meghalaya Police is fabricating evidence.
- Arrests span multiple states: Three suspects apprehended in Madhya Pradesh; Sonam surrendered to Uttar Pradesh Police.
- Meghalaya Police statement: DGP confirms arrests and details Sonam’s surrender at Nandganj Police Station.
- Timeline: Raja, a resident of Indore, was found dead in Meghalaya after going missing during a honeymoon trip with Sonam.
Indore: In a dramatic breakthrough, police have arrested Sonam Raghuvanshi wife of the slain Raja Raghuvanshi along with three alleged accomplices in connection with Raja’s sensational murder case. The arrests mark a major development in a case that has gripped Indore and sparked debate across multiple states.
The Case Unfolds: From Honeymoon to Homicide
Raja Raghuvanshi, a resident of Indore, had traveled to Meghalaya with his wife Sonam on May 20 to celebrate their honeymoon. However, the couple mysteriously disappeared on June 23. Days later, on June 2, Raja’s body was discovered at the foot of a hill in Meghalaya, while Sonam was reported missing.
Police Crack the Case: Arrests Across States
The investigation quickly widened, with Meghalaya Police working closely with counterparts in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. On Monday, authorities confirmed the arrest of three suspects from Madhya Pradesh, believed to be contract killers allegedly hired for the murder. Meanwhile, Sonam Raghuvanshi surrendered at Nandganj Police Station in Uttar Pradesh and was formally arrested.
Meghalaya DGP I Nongrang stated, “One accused was apprehended from Uttar Pradesh, while two others were caught by the SIT from Indore. Sonam surrendered at Nandganj Police Station and has been taken into custody.”
Family’s Defense: “Sonam is Innocent”
As the news of Sonam’s arrest broke, her parents spoke out in her defense. Her father, Devi Singh, insisted on her innocence, claiming the Meghalaya Police are “lying since day one.” He recounted that Sonam was picked up from a dhaba in Ghazipur after calling her brother and has not been allowed to speak with her family since.
“My daughter cannot do such a thing. All allegations are baseless and without evidence. I appeal to Home Minister Amit Shah for a CBI inquiry. Sonam is 100% innocent,” Devi Singh said, expressing faith in his daughter and skepticism towards the police investigation.
Sonam’s mother echoed these sentiments, expressing relief that her daughter was found but sorrow over Raja’s tragic death.
Investigation and Next Steps
The case has now taken on national significance, with calls for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe. Police are continuing their investigation, piecing together the timeline and motives behind the murder. Authorities are also probing the alleged contract killing angle and the involvement of the arrested suspects.
Public Reaction and Ongoing Mystery
The case has sparked intense debate on social media and in the public sphere, with many questioning the circumstances of Raja’s death and Sonam’s alleged involvement. As the investigation progresses, all eyes remain on the police and the courts to uncover the truth behind this shocking crime.
