The Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, involving the killing of Indore businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, has seen significant developments as of June 10, 2025. Here’s a comprehensive summary of the latest news and crucial details for an article.
Overview of the Case
- Raja Raghuvanshi, recently married to Sonam Raghuvanshi on May 11, 2025, traveled to Meghalaya for their honeymoon.
- The couple went missing on May 23, 2025. Raja’s body was discovered on June 2 in a gorge near Wei Sawdong Falls, Sohra, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Investigation and Arrests
- Police investigations quickly revealed that Raja’s wife, Sonam, orchestrated the murder with her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha, and three hired men: Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, and Anand Kurmi.
- Sonam was arrested after surrendering at a police station in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, following days on the run.
- All five accused—Sonam, Raj, Akash, Vishal, and Anand—are now in police custody. The men were arrested from different locations in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
- The court has granted transit custody of the accused to Meghalaya Police for further investigation1.
How the Crime Unfolded
- Sonam and Raja were followed to Meghalaya by the three hired killers, who coordinated with Sonam and Raj Kushwaha (who remained in Indore but handled planning and logistics).
- On May 23, the day the couple disappeared, Sonam and the three men lured Raja to the site near the falls, where he was killed with a sharp weapon, likely a machete.
- Sonam left Meghalaya for Indore the same day, met with Raj Kushwaha, and then traveled to Uttar Pradesh, where she eventually surrendered.
Key Evidence and Police Breakthroughs
- A bloodstained machete, believed to be the murder weapon, was recovered near the crime scene, along with a raincoat and other personal items linking the suspects to the murder.
- Forensic evidence, including autopsy results, confirmed Raja suffered two fatal head injuries from a sharp object.
- Crucial clues came from a local guide who saw the couple with three men on the day they went missing, and from call records showing Sonam’s contact with Raj during the trip.
Family and Public Reaction
- Raja’s father has publicly demanded the death penalty for all those involved, expressing deep anguish over the brutal nature of the crime.
- The family initially criticized the Meghalaya Police but later apologized after learning of the extensive undercover investigation that led to the arrests.
Chilling Details
- Police allege Sonam began plotting the murder just days after her wedding.
- The killers purchased the murder weapon in Guwahati and followed the couple’s movements through Meghalaya.
- Sonam and Raj Kushwaha attempted to mislead investigators by disposing of clothing and staging the crime scene
