Following the suicide of model‑actress Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, the CBI alleged that her husband Samarth Singh and mother‑in‑law Giribala Singh refused to provide voice samples. Both have now categorically denied the claim, stating they only sought clarifications. The case intertwines allegations of dowry pressure, domestic abuse, and procedural disputes.

Key Takeaways

  • Samarth and Giribala have not refused to give voice samples
  • CBI misrepresented their cooperation to the court
  • Second autopsy confirms gymnastics belt as the ligature

On May 12, former model and ex‑Miss Pune Twisha Sharma was found hanging in her marital home in Bhopal, igniting nationwide outrage. At 33, her death sparked accusations of dowry‑related harassment, mental abuse, and domestic violence, prompting the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the probe and arrest her husband, advocate Samarth Singh, and mother‑in‑law, retired district judge Giribala Singh.

Denial of Alleged Non‑Cooperation

The CBI told the court that Samarth had declined to provide a voice sample, a claim his counsel vigorously refuted. According to his lawyer, Samarth was merely asked to read a transcript and raised several questions about its content, seeking clarification before complying. Similarly, Giribala’s attorney, Enosh George, asserted that she had already submitted her voice sample on three separate occasions, negating any suggestion of refusal.

Forensic Findings and New Evidence

A court‑ordered second autopsy, complemented by a detailed forensic report from AIIMS Delhi, identified a gymnastics belt with a metal ring as the ligature used in the hanging. The report documented skin tissue on the belt that matched the injury marks on Twisha’s neck. AIIMS forensic chief Dr. Sudhir Gupta emphasized that the findings were “scientifically conclusive,” underscoring their importance for both the CBI’s investigation and the judiciary’s pursuit of truth.

Family Allegations and Phone Call Controversy

Twisha’s relatives allege that she endured relentless dowry pressure, mental harassment, and domestic violence at the hands of her husband and in‑laws. They claim she called her mother at 9:41 pm on the night of her death, during which Samarth’s raised voice was audible before the call abruptly cut off. The FIR further states that when Twisha could not be reached, Giribala answered the phone and informed a family member that “she is no more,” before ending the conversation.

CBI officials are now scrutinizing the AIIMS report to determine the next investigative steps. The case not only highlights a personal tragedy but also raises broader questions about dowry practices, domestic abuse, and the efficacy of India’s criminal justice system.