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Last Updated:June 20, 2025, 18:56 IST
Raja Raghuvanshi, who went missing on May 23 during a honeymoon trip to Cherrapunji, was found dead on June 2 near the Wei Sawdong Falls in East Khasi Hills.
Uma, mother of Raja Raghuvanshi | PTI Image
The mother of Raja Raghuvanshi, who was found dead during his honeymoon in Meghalaya, urged authorities to hold his wife, Sonam, in custody until she reveals the full truth about the alleged murder of her son.
In an emotional appeal, Uma Raghuvanshi said her son’s death was premeditated and demanded a thorough investigation into Sonam’s role and her network of friends.
“She (Sonam) is misleading too much. She should tell the whole truth. She should be kept in custody until she tells why she killed Raja," Uma told reporters.
Raja Raghuvanshi went missing on May 23 during a honeymoon trip to Cherrapunji. His body was discovered on June 2 near the Wei Sawdong Falls in East Khasi Hills.
The case took a dramatic turn when Sonam surrendered on June 9 in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur district, nearly 1,000 kilometres from the crime scene.
“Why did Sonam get my son killed?" Uma asked tearfully.
VIDEO | Raja Raghuvanshi murder case: Victim’s mother Uma says, “I was asked about Sonam’s behaviour. I told them that she stayed here for four days and performed all the rituals. Once, she had also served a meal to Raja and prepared coffee for him. I just want to ask – why did… pic.twitter.com/CIpHuFRpqY— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 19, 2025
The Meghalaya Police allege that Sonam conspired with her boyfriend, Raj Kushwaha, to eliminate Raja. According to investigators, they hired three men—Akash Thakur, Anand Kurmi, and Vishal Chauhan—to carry out the murder.
“She, her friends, and all those close to her must be interrogated in detail. What was my son’s fault, and why did she get him killed? I won’t find peace until I hear the answer to this directly from Sonam’s mouth," Uma said.
The case has sparked nationwide attention, with authorities continuing to question the suspects. A local court in Meghalaya recently extended the police custody of Sonam and Raj, while the alleged contract killers were sent to judicial custody.
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Indore, India, India
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