The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing theTwisha Sharmadeath case has rejected claims that drugs were found in her post-mortem report, directly contradicting allegations made by her in-laws, including retired judge Giribala Singh. SIT chief Rajneesh Kashyap said no such evidence had emerged during the investigation and accused persons were being traced through an intensified police operation.
"Nothing related to drugs has emerged in Twisha's post-mortem report. No such fact has come to light," Kashyap said during an interaction on the investigation.
The statement comes amid growing controversy over attempts made by the accused side to question Twisha's mental health and personal life following her death. Twisha's family has repeatedly alleged that efforts were being made to weaken the case by spreading narratives around anxiety medication and alleged drug use.
The SIT was constituted to probe the case after allegations of police partiality. However, Kashyap denied allegations of external pressure. "There is no pressure of any kind on the police. The investigation is being carried out fairly," he said.
The SIT chief also admitted that lapses had occurred during the early stages of investigation. Referring to the controversy over a belt allegedly used in the suicide not being properly seized initially, Kashyap said, "Negligence on the part of the then investigating officer has come to light regarding the belt not being deposited. Legal action is being taken accordingly."
According to investigators,Twishaallegedly died by suicide using a gymnastics belt typically used for hanging exercises.
Meanwhile, pressure has mounted on police to arrest Twisha's husband Samarth Singh, who remains absconding. Bhopal Police has now announced a reward of Rs 10,000 for information leading to his arrest. ACP Rajneesh Kashyap said multiple teams were searching for him and that steps had also been initiated to suspend his passport.
"The number of teams searching for the absconding accused Samarth Singh has been increased. A reward of Rs 10,000 has been announced on him by the DCP Zone-2. Coordination has also been made with the passport office to initiate suspension proceedings of his passport," Kashyap said.
He added that five to six teams were already deployed and more could be added if required.
Samarth Singh's anticipatory bail plea was rejected in court Monday. The defence mounted an aggressive argument questioning allegations of dowry harassment and abetment as the hearing began.
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