A shocking case has come to light from Meghalaya involving a newlywed couple from Indore. The couple, Raja Raghuvanshi and his wife Sonam, went to Meghalaya for their honeymoon, but things took a dark turn.
What Happened?
Raja and Sonam got married on May 11 and left for Meghalaya on May 20 for their honeymoon. CCTV footage shows them checking into a hotel in Shillong on May 22. Both were wearing black coats and carrying a white suitcase.
They checked out of the hotel on May 23 and traveled towards Cherrapunji. That afternoon, Sonam called her mother-in-law and said they were hiking. She also mentioned she was observing a religious fast and promised to call again once they reached their destination. But after that call, no one heard from them again.
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Suspicious Findings
- On May 24, the scooty they had rented was found near a ditch.
- On June 2, Raja’s dead body was found in a nearby gorge. Police say he was murdered. His phone and a machete (possibly the murder weapon) were found near the body.
- A black raincoat, possibly with bloodstains, was also found. Police are checking if it belonged to Sonam, but nothing is confirmed yet.
- Sonam is still missing.
Investigation Updates
- A massive search operation involving police, NDRF, and SDRF is going on to find Sonam.
- Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said the state will do everything possible to find the truth and deliver justice.
- A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to handle the case.
- Meanwhile, Raja’s family has asked for the case to be handed over to the CBI.
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This case remains a mystery, and authorities are working hard to uncover what really happened during the couple’s honeymoon in Meghalaya.
