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Bhopal Police have formally stated they have no objection to a second postmortem for Twisha Sharma, a case central to dowry death allegations.
Bhopal Commissioner of Police Sanjay Kumar announced on Wednesday that law enforcement authorities have no objection to conducting a second postmortem examination of Twisha Sharma. This decision follows a formal application submitted by the deceased woman's family, who are seeking an independent inquiry at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. The clarification comes as a Judicial Magistrate First Class court prepares to examine the official case diary related to the investigation into the 33-year-old Noida woman’s death.
The immediate development stems from a plea filed by Twisha’s family, which alleges significant procedural lapses in the initial handling of the case. The family pointed out that the First Information Report (FIR) was registered only three days after Twisha was found hanging at her marital home in Bhopal’s Katara Hills area on the night of May 12. The application also highlighted that the short postmortem report indicated investigators had failed to provide the "ligature" allegedly used in the hanging during the autopsy process. These allegations have fueled the demand for a more transparent, third-party medical examination.
In a statement to PTI, Commissioner Kumar confirmed that the application seeking a fresh postmortem has been attached to the case diary. He emphasized that while the police are not averse to the procedure, the final permission rests with the court. “The family members of the deceased came to me and submitted an application. I told them police have no objection to another postmortem,” Kumar stated. He further explained that police teams have already carried out their investigation and examined the available evidence, noting that such complex procedures naturally take time. However, the family’s advocacy for an external review has raised questions about the impartiality of a local examination.
A critical factor driving the demand for an AIIMS-based autopsy is the family’s fear of potential local influence. Advocate Ankur Pandey, representing the deceased woman’s family, alleged that Giribala Singh, Twisha’s mother-in-law, has a sister who is a surgeon based in Bhopal. The family claims this relative could influence the outcome if the second postmortem is conducted within the city. Advocate Pandey noted that the surgeon was seen near AIIMS Bhopal when the initial post-mortem examination was being conducted, suggesting a possible conflict of interest. Consequently, the family insists that a premier institution like AIIMS Delhi is the only venue that can ensure scientific clarity and remove doubts surrounding the investigation.
The legal framework surrounding Twisha’s death remains intense, with police charging her husband, advocate Samarth Singh, and her mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, with dowry death and harassment. The couple had married in December 2025. Commissioner Kumar revealed that specialized police teams have been formed specifically to arrest Samarth Singh, who is currently absconding. The charges stem from allegations of dowry harassment and physical assault, which the family argues were exacerbated by the destruction of evidence and delays in the official response.
The family has remained vocal and resilient despite the pressure they have faced. In a statement issued on Monday, they emphasized their commitment to duty, courage, and justice. They questioned the motives of the accused, asking, “If the accused persons truly believe in complete transparency and innocence, then why is there hesitation or silence regarding an independent second medical examination by a premier institution like AIIMS Delhi?” The statement highlighted that a grieving family is merely asking for truth and an investigation free from doubt, arguing that unanswered questions deepen their pain and weaken public confidence in the justice process.
During a press conference on Monday, Giribala Singh claimed she was hounded by Twisha’s family at the mortuary, presenting a conflicting narrative to the family’s accusations of harassment. However, the family maintains that an independent review would not harm innocent persons but would strengthen faith in the justice system. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is currently probing the case, focusing on allegations of dowry harassment, physical assault, and the destruction of evidence. The outcome of the court’s examination of the case diary will be pivotal in determining whether the external medical examination proceeds.
The Bhopal police’s lack of objection to an external autopsy marks a procedural shift in the Twisha Sharma case, potentially de-escalating local tensions. As the court reviews the case diary, the primary hurdle will be verifying the initial investigative lapses, particularly the delayed FIR and missing ligature evidence. If the court approves the AIIMS examination, it will establish a precedent for independent forensic reviews in dowry death cases involving powerful families. This could lead to stricter oversight of local police investigations in high-profile harassment cases, ensuring that medical evidence is collected without local influence. The ongoing hunt for Samarth Singh remains a critical component, as his arrest is essential for a comprehensive legal resolution. The case highlights the urgent need for transparent, independent forensic protocols in sensitive criminal investigations to maintain public trust.
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