In an important development in the ongoing investigation into the mysterious disappearance of newlywed Sonam Raghuvanshi, who went missing during her honeymoon in Shillong, Meghalaya police have claimed that she has surrendered in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, in connection with the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi.
However, there seems to be a discrepancy in the statements provided by the Meghalaya police and the Indore police, with some elements of confusion still surrounding the case.
According to Meghalaya Director General of Police (DGP) I. Nongrang, Sonam was located at a roadside eatery in Ghazipur, following which she was taken into custody. Meghalaya’s Chief Minister also confirmed Sonam’s surrender to the authorities. However, the Indore police have provided a different version, stating that Sonam first contacted her brother, informing him of her whereabouts in Ghazipur. The local dhabha owner was reportedly the one who informed the police about Sonam’s presence, and Sonam’s brother allegedly suggested informing the local authorities and reaching out to the police.
The discrepancies in the details provided by both police agencies raise questions about the accuracy of the surrender claim. Furthermore, the police have yet to record any formal statement from Sonam regarding the events leading to the tragic death of her husband, Raja, and her disappearance. Authorities have refrained from labeling her as an accused, and as of now, it remains unclear whether Sonam played a direct role in her husband’s murder.
The saga began on May 20, 2025, when Raja (28) and Sonam (25), who had married on May 11, 2025, went missing during their honeymoon in Shillong.
Raja’s body was discovered on June 2, 2025, in a deep gorge near Weisawdong, Shillong. Investigators found signs of assault on Raja’s body, with a weapon discovered nearby, prompting the registration of a murder case. The Special Investigation Team (SIT), formed to probe the incident, initially suspected that Sonam might have been abducted, with her family alleging threats.
On the other hand, Indore police, during a press conference, stated that they have rounded up three individuals on the basis of leads provided by the Meghalaya police. The police referred to these individuals as ‘suspects’ rather than ‘accused’, and they stopped short of using the term “arrest†for them.
This terminology used by the Indore police further suggests that the investigation is still in its early stages, and the case remains unclear in terms of its exact details.
As the investigation unfolds, more questions arise about whether Sonam’s actions were directly connected to Raja’s murder and what role the individuals arrested by the police might have played. The Meghalaya Police, working in collaboration with the SIT, is expected to continue its investigation and provide more clarity on the complex and tragic circumstances surrounding the case.
Official sources said that since the FIR has been registered in Meghalaya, it is the responsibility of the Meghalaya police to complete the investigation. On the basis of mobile call details, three persons have been caught in Madhya Pradesh. After interrogation, the complete story is likely to be clear.
For now, Sonam remains under observation, and the authorities are awaiting her formal statement, which could offer key insights into this high-profile case.
