'We're Climbing...': Missing Indore Woman's Last Call Before Husband's Murder In Meghalaya

Last Updated:June 05, 2025, 17:57 IST

Indore Missing Couple Case Latest News: The clip, believed to be Sonam’s last known communication, featured an exchange between Sonam and her mother-in-law.

The couple, who were on their honeymoon, went missing on 23 May shortly after checking out of a homestay in Nongriat village.

Indore Couple Missing Case: An undated audio of a conversation between Sonam Raghuvanshi, the Indore resident who went missing last month along with her husband during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, and her mother-in-law has surfaced. As per the reports, the conversation between Sonam and her mother-in-law is believed to be of the same day that the couple went missing.

The clip, believed to be Sonam’s last known communication, featured an exchange between Sonam and her mother-in-law while the former was trekking in a forested area.

In the clip, Sonam is heard saying, “We’re climbing right now… will talk later," to which her mother-in-law responded, “Today must be your fast". Sonam replies, “Yes, it is. But I won’t break my fast just for this outing". The conversation continued with Sonam expressing discomfort about the steep terrain and poor conditions. “We’re in a dense forest, nothing is available here. The climb is steep. I had told him (Raja) not to go, but he never listens. I’m exhausted. The food here isn’t good either. It’s hard to breathe while walking," Sonam said.

Another audio clip featured Raja speaking to his mother, informing her that they had just reached the peak and were eating fruits. His mother expressed that she misses them and questioned why they climbed the mountain without sharing a video. Raja had explained that there is no internet connectivity. When asked about their return, he had said only two days remain in their trip.

Also See: Blood-Stained Raincoat Found, Search On For Sonam In Meghalaya

How The Couple Went Missing?

Raja was a 30-year-old transport businessman, who had married Sonam merely weeks ago. The duo embarked on their honeymoon on May 20, where Guwahati was their first stop.

The couple arrived in Mawlakhiat village on May 22 on a rented scooter. They trekked over 3,000 steps down the gorge to visit the famous living root bridges in Nongriat village, where they stayed the night, according to police.

On May 23, the family last heard from them. The family members said that the mobile phones of the couple were switched off after their last conversation.

Also See: What Sonam Revealed In Final Call To In-Laws Before Disappearing

Raja’s Body Found, Sonam Still Missing

A search operation was launched on May 24 (Saturday) with assistance from local villagers. On June 3, the semi-decomposed body of 30-year-old Raja was discovered at the bottom of the gorge near the Weisawdong Falls parking area at Riat Arliang. He was identified by a distinctive “Raja" tattoo on his right hand.

Recovered along with Raja’s decomposed body were a machete, a white shirt belonging to a woman, a strip of medicine, a part of a mobile phone LCD screen, and a smartwatch.

The search for 27-year-old Sonam is still underway. Police have registered a murder case and are treating the circumstances with suspicion. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is leading the probe. “We are investigating with an open mind, and all possibilities, including honour killing, are being explored," SP Syiem told CNN-News18.

Raja’s body has been sent to NEIGRIHMS, Shillong, for post-mortem examination. As the search for Sonam continues, investigators hope that the recovery of the dao and mobile phone will provide critical leads in unraveling the mystery behind the suspected double homicide.

Shobhit Gupta

Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He previously worked with Hindustan Times Digital (HTDS) and NDTV. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India ...Read More

Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He previously worked with Hindustan Times Digital (HTDS) and NDTV. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India ...

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