Twisha Sharma death: From dating app romance to murder allegations and missing husband — what we know

The death of 33-year-old Twisha Sharma at her marital home in Katara Hills, Bhopal, has triggered a detailed investigation. Police are probing allegations of dowry harassment, abetment and possible foul play through a Special Investigation Team.

Twisha Sharma’s husband has gone absconding after a court rejected his anticipatory bail plea. Police have launched search operations and announced a reward for information, while also taking steps to prevent him from leaving the country.

Twisha Sharma’s mother-in-law, a retired judge, has secured anticipatory bail in the case. Investigators continue to examine her alleged role based on statements and documents, even as allegations of dowry harassment persist.

Twisha Sharma’s family has alleged sustained mental and physical harassment after her marriage. They claim her health and emotional condition deteriorated sharply in the months leading up to her death.

The defence has claimed Twisha Sharma suffered from psychological illness and alleged drug dependency. Her family strongly denies this, describing her as a healthy and ambitious woman before marriage.

CCTV footage reportedly shows Twisha Sharma walking towards the terrace staircase shortly before she was found dead. She was later seen being taken downstairs after unsuccessful attempts to revive her.

The in-laws have alleged that Twisha Sharma underwent a medical termination of pregnancy prior to her death, linking it to emotional distress. The family has strongly rejected these claims and called them misleading.

Investigators have acknowledged that key forensic evidence, including a rope allegedly linked to the incident, was not sent for examination during post-mortem. Action is expected against the responsible officials.

Twisha Sharma’s family has demanded a second post-mortem and an independent investigation, alleging inconsistencies in the findings and raising concerns over possible influence in the probe.

The Special Investigation Team continues to probe allegations of dowry harassment, abetment and forensic lapses in the death of Twisha Sharma, while both sides present sharply conflicting versions of events.