In a significant development in the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, the brother of accused Sonam Raghuvanshi has declared that he will not hire any lawyer for his sister until further circumstances warrant it. This statement comes as the investigation into the brutal murder of Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Shillong continues to unfold with shocking revelations.
The case has gripped national attention since Raja Raghuvanshi was found murdered in Meghalaya while on his honeymoon with Sonam in May 2025. Sonam Raghuvanshi, who had gone missing in Shillong since May 23, later surrendered in Uttar Pradesh, leading to her arrest in connection with her husband's murder.
Police investigations have revealed a complex conspiracy involving multiple accused. So far, eight accused have been arrested in connection with Raja Raghuvanshi's murder, including his wife Sonam Raghuvanshi and four others: Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, Raj Singh Kushwaha, and Anand. The case has exposed what appears to be a well-planned murder plot.
The investigation has uncovered disturbing details about the relationship dynamics. Police found that Sonam, 24, was having an affair with Raj, 19, as her parents had arranged her marriage to Raja. The three hitmen had reached Meghalaya three days before the married couple, suggesting premeditation in the crime.
Vipin Raghuvanshi, the brother of the deceased, has made shocking disclosures, asserting that Sonam had forewarned her mother before the marriage and indicated that the consequences would be dire if the wedding took place. This revelation has added another layer of complexity to the case.
The family dynamics have taken an unexpected turn with Sonam's brother meeting Raja Raghuvanshi's family and seeking the death penalty for his sister. This unprecedented stance by a family member against the accused has drawn significant attention to the case.
Recent developments have also brought to light financial aspects of the case. Meghalaya Police retrieved valuable evidence, including jewelry, a laptop, and other items from Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, with reports suggesting valuable jewelry worth lakhs was involved.
The investigation has also debunked some initial claims by the accused. While Sonam claimed she was drugged and kidnapped, police have called it a 'poor plan', indicating that her defense strategy may not hold up under scrutiny.
The case has highlighted the dark reality of arranged marriages gone wrong and the extent to which individuals might go to escape unwanted situations. The involvement of multiple conspirators and the elaborate planning suggest this was not a crime of passion but a calculated murder.
Meghalaya Police have been questioning Sonam Raghuvanshi's family members in Indore as part of the ongoing probe, indicating that the investigation is expanding to uncover the full extent of the conspiracy.
The brother's decision not to hire a lawyer for Sonam reflects the family's possible stance of distancing themselves from the accused, potentially believing in her guilt or wanting to avoid further complications in the legal proceedings.
