National: The murder of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi continues to grip national attention as fresh twists emerge, with the victim’s family now calling for a narco analysis test on all five accused, including his wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi. The call was made by Raja’s brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, who expressed deep skepticism over the statements given by Sonam and her alleged accomplices, questioning their credibility and pointing out inconsistencies in their accounts.
Vipin also raised concern over the silence of Sonam’s family, adding that the lack of cooperation from their side only fuels suspicion. “There are too many unanswered questions. We need to get to the bottom of this,” he said, demanding the truth be revealed through scientific interrogation methods. The family’s appeal underscores their unrelenting pursuit of justice and their dissatisfaction with the surface-level confessions made so far.
Meghalaya Police, meanwhile, have arrested five individuals in connection with the murder, including Sonam. The investigation has been widely commended for its speed and effectiveness. Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh lauded the police for their “efficient” work, emphasizing the importance of law enforcement in maintaining public trust and accountability in high-profile cases like this.
Back in Indore, Raja’s family led a candlelight march to honor his memory and press for justice. The emotional gathering, spearheaded by his brother Sachin Raghuvanshi, drew community support and served as a powerful display of public solidarity. “To get justice for Raja, I will go anywhere in the world,” Sachin declared. “This candle march is to bring peace to his soul and to remind authorities that we are watching and waiting for the truth.”
Amid the ongoing probe, the murder has reignited debates over tourist safety in Meghalaya. BJP State President Rikman G Momin came out strongly in defense of the state, condemning attempts to malign Meghalaya’s image in the wake of the crime. “Those blaming our state owe us an apology. Meghalaya is a safe and tourist-friendly place,” he asserted. Momin praised the police for swiftly cracking the case, noting that such isolated incidents should not define the state’s character.
In response to security concerns, the Meghalaya government has moved to tighten safety protocols. Cabinet Minister Alexander Laloo Hek announced plans to amend the Meghalaya Resident Safety and Security Act (MRSSA). He revealed that CCTV surveillance would be implemented across tourist locations, including hotels, homestays, and lodges, and that a mandatory visitor registration system is in the pipeline. “These steps are being taken to ensure that tourists and residents feel secure at all times,” he said.
The investigation has also extended to the verification of a Scooty that Raja and Sonam had reportedly hired in Shillong. Authorities are now probing whether the vehicle was obtained legally. “We don’t know yet if the Scooty was illegal, but we have information that it was hired from Shillong,” Minister Hek noted. The development adds yet another layer of complexity to an already intricate case.
As legal and forensic processes unfold, the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case continues to raise pressing questions not only about the motives behind the killing but also about broader issues of safety, trust, and governance in one of India’s key tourist states.
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