- Police deny drug abuse claims regarding Twisha Sharma’s death.
- Investigation suggests suicide, contradicting murder allegations from family.
- Dowry harassment probe names husband and mother-in-law.
- Family disputes allegations, seeks second autopsy for clarity.
Twisha Sharma case: Bhopal Police have dismissed allegations that 31-year-old Twisha Sharma was involved in drug abuse, stating that no evidence of narcotics consumption was found during the investigation into her death. Authorities also reiterated that medical findings point towards suicide rather than murder, even as the deceased woman’s family continues to allege dowry harassment by her in-laws. Twisha, a resident of Noida who had been living with her husband in Bhopal, was found hanging at her marital home on May 12. Since her death, accusations and counterclaims from both families have intensified public attention on the case.
Police Contradict Mother-In-Law’s Claims
The controversy escalated after Twisha’s mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, a retired judge, publicly claimed that the young woman was addicted to marijuana and had distanced herself from her family.
However, Bhopal Police Commissioner Sanjay Kumar rejected those allegations, saying the investigation uncovered no proof of drug use.
“Based on the post-mortem and other evidence collected so far, this is a case of suicide and not murder,” he said, while explaining that the post-mortem report indicated “anti-mortem hanging.”
Police officials said the forensic examination did not support any claims related to substance abuse, directly contradicting the statements made by Giribala Singh.
Family Calls Allegations ‘Bogus’
Twisha’s relatives have strongly objected to the accusations levelled against her character. Her cousin, Naina Sharma, dismissed the claims as an attempt to divert attention from the core allegations of mental harassment and dowry pressure.
Speaking to India Today TV, Naina described Twisha as “a pure soul” and insisted she neither consumed drugs nor suffered from schizophrenia.
She also underlined the importance of normalizing mental health treatment, arguing that seeking therapy should not be used to stigmatize individuals. According to the family, the allegations made by the in-laws were “vague and bogus.”
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Dowry Harassment Probe Underway
Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law Giribala Singh have both been named in the case registered under sections related to dowry death and harassment.
While Giribala Singh has publicly defended herself, Samarth Singh has reportedly been absconding since the incident. Police have announced a reward of Rs 10,000 for information leading to his arrest.
To strengthen the investigation, authorities have formed a six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine all aspects of the case, including allegations of harassment and the circumstances leading to Twisha’s death.
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Family Demands Second Autopsy
Twisha’s family has also raised concerns over delays in filing the FIR and demanded a second post-mortem examination.
Police clarified that approval for another autopsy can only be granted through the court. Commissioner Sanjay Kumar said the family’s application had nevertheless been added to the case diary to ensure transparency during the probe.
