CBI takes over Twisha death case probe
The CBI has taken over the investigation into the death of actor-model Twisha Sharma, following allegations of bias in the state probe. The Supreme Court expressed concerns over procedural irregularities and the influence of the judiciary in the case. The investigation will now be conducted by an independent agency to ensure fairness and transparency.
- ▪The CBI re-registered the dowry death case against Twisha Sharma's husband and mother-in-law.
- ▪The Supreme Court noted concerns about institutional bias and procedural discrepancies in the investigation.
- ▪Twisha Sharma was found dead at her home in Bhopal on May 12, shortly after her marriage.
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CBI takes over Twisha death case probeThe CBI has taken over the investigation into actor-model Twisha Sharma's death, amid claims of bias and procedural lapses in the state probe.Published on: May 26, 2026 6:28 AM ISTBy Utkarsh Anand, New DelhiShare viaCopy link The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday took over the probe into the death of 32-year-old actor-model Twisha Sharma at her marital home in Madhya Pradesh, hours after the Supreme Court was informed that such a move was imminent, amid mounting allegations of institutional bias, procedural irregularities and possible lapses in the investigation.CBI takes over Twisha death case probeThe agency re-registered the dowry death case against the woman’s husband and mother-in-law under relevant sections of BNS and Dowry…
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