Discover the latest on Sonam Raghuvanshi—missing since May 23 during her Meghalaya honeymoon and found after 17 days in Shillong. Get updates on arrests, CCTV clues, and the intensified investigation into the mysterious MP murder case.
Who is Sonam Raghuvanshi?
A 25‑year‑old from Indore, MP, with her husband Raja (29), went missing during their honeymoon in Meghalaya on May 23, 2025.
Tragic Discovery: On June 2, Raja’s body was found in a gorge under Wei Sawdong Falls; his death was treated as a homicide.
Latest Update on Sonam Raghuvanshi’s Arrest
1. Sonam Found & Arrested After 17 Days
Meghalaya police have located Sonam in Shillong and taken her into custody. She had been missing for 17 days. Meghalaya’s Chief Minister confirmed the arrest via tweet.
2. NCW & Authorities Step In
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has demanded a comprehensive investigation, calling for more searches with drones, sniffer dogs, and broader forensic scrutiny.
3. CCTV & Witness Clues Emerge
- Surveillance footage shows a suspicious red car tailing the couple near Shillong.
- Witnesses noted that Sonam appeared restless in the hours before Raj’s death, frequently stepping away from Raja to make calls.
- A local guide reported seeing Sonam walking behind four unidentified men on the day of the incident, adding a significant new angle.
4. Family’s Ongoing Concern
Sonam’s family appeals for a CBI inquiry while authorities continue an extensive search, intelligence, and forensic investigation.
Raja Raghuvanshi’s postmortem report made a sensational revelation
In the postmortem report, Raja Raghuvanshi’s body had marks of a sharp weapon. The bones of the body were also broken due to throwing the dead body in the ditch. Shillong SP Vivek Sim confirmed this. The police also found the weapon used in Raja’s murder – Dao – from the crime scene, which was seized. According to the police, the sharp weapon looks brand new, it is suspected that it was bought with the intention of murder.
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