Sonam Raguwanshi, a 24-year-old woman from Indore, is now at the center of one of India’s most disturbing crime stories. Once seen as a soft-spoken, traditional “sanskari bahu,” she is now accused of planning her husband’s murder—during their honeymoon.
What does this mean for everyday people? That even the most picture-perfect weddings can hide disturbing secrets. It also shows how forced expectations, suppressed dreams, and double lives can end in disaster.
Sonam’s story began in Kushwah Nagar, where she lived under strict family rules. Her father, a self-made businessman, kept her sheltered. She was rarely allowed to step out alone. Education beyond graduation was off the table—even though she once dreamed of doing an MBA and helping in the family’s plywood business.
During this time, she allegedly began a secret relationship with Raj Kushwaha, a former factory worker in her father’s firm. They stayed in touch—quietly, away from watchful eyes.
When it was time for marriage, her family used the Samaj Parichay Pustika to find a groom. Enter Raja, 28, the youngest son of a transport family. The wedding happened quickly. Within four months, they were married.
Raja’s family recalls Sonam as quiet, always on her phone. She kept fasts, spoke little, and didn’t resist traditional roles. But she also made one bold demand—she wanted a honeymoon.
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She planned everything: a trip to Meghalaya, one-way tickets, and even convinced Raja to wear gold jewellery, ignoring his mother’s warning. That was the last time anyone saw him alive.
According to The Indian Express, police believe Sonam and Raj Kushwaha hired contract killers. She surrendered in Ghazipur and was later taken to Shillong by Meghalaya Police for questioning.
Her sudden switch—from a girl with silenced dreams to a woman allegedly plotting a killing—has left both families shocked. Sonam’s parents deny knowing anything about her relationship with Raj. Raja’s family was furious when Raj appeared at the funeral.
This case touches a nerve: the pressure to appear “perfect,” especially for women in traditional homes. It’s also a reminder that even love stories built under family banners can hide betrayal.
And maybe the saddest part? Two young lives lost—one to death, the other to a double life gone terribly wrong.
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