Suspicious Death of Businessman in Meghalaya Sparks Demand for CBI Investigation

Tragic Incident During Honeymoon

Shillong, June 3: The mysterious death of Raja Raghuvanshi, a transport entrepreneur from Indore, during his honeymoon in Meghalaya, has raised serious concerns. His family is now alleging foul play and is calling for an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

Raja's elder brother, Sachin Raghuvanshi, has voiced his suspicions regarding the potential involvement of local hotel employees, tourist guides, and scooter rental services.

“This is not an accident—this is murder. My brother has been killed, and we suspect the involvement of hotel staff, guides, and scooter rental agents. They must be thoroughly interrogated,” Sachin stated.

He further revealed that Raja’s body was found in a highly decomposed state, making identification difficult. It was confirmed only through a unique tattoo on his arm and a waterproof smartwatch that Sachin had lent him for the trip.

“We urge the government to transfer the case to the CBI. We also request that the Army be deployed in the search for my sister-in-law Sonam, who remains missing,” he added, visibly emotional.

Raja (29) was discovered deceased in a deep gorge near Weisawdong Falls in Sohra on June 2, eleven days after he and his wife Sonam were reported missing.

The couple had arrived in Meghalaya on May 20 and were last seen on May 23, departing from a guesthouse in Nongriat village after visiting the renowned Double Decker Root Bridge. Their rented scooter was later found abandoned near a café along the Shillong–Sohra road.

In response to the incident, Meghalaya Police have initiated a murder case and formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into the matter. A magistrate has also been appointed to monitor the investigation's progress.

As the search for Sonam continues, the Raghuvanshi family remains resolute in their demand for a thorough inquiry and accountability.