CBI probes Twisha Sharma death case, visits Bhopal matrimonial home
Synopsis
The CBI has taken its Twisha Sharma probe from paperwork to ground reality — visiting the Bhopal home where the former actor-model was found hanging on 12 May, re-registering an FIR against her husband and former judge mother-in-law, and now racing to secure CDRs and CCTV footage before evidence is lost.
Key Takeaways
The CBI visited Twisha Sharma's matrimonial home in Bhopal on Tuesday , a day after formally taking over the case from the MP SIT .
An FIR was re-registered against husband Samarth Singh and former judge mother-in-law Giribala Singh for alleged dowry harassment.
The SIT had questioned Samarth Singh for over three hours and recreated the crime scene before handing over the probe.
Twisha was found hanging at the same residence on 12 May ; her family has alleged foul play and disputed the suicide finding.
Applications for preservation of CDRs and CCTV footage were filed in Bhopal district court and were scheduled for hearing on Tuesday.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, launched its ground investigation into the alleged suicide and dowry harassment case of former actor-model Twisha Sharma, visiting her matrimonial home in Bhopal — the same residence where she was found hanging on 12 May. The agency formally took over the probe from the Madhya Pradesh Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) a day earlier.
Crime Scene Examination
A CBI team reached the matrimonial home in the morning, inspecting the premises, examining the crime scene, and beginning the collection of physical and forensic evidence. The agency's Special Crime Unit had arrived in Bhopal on Monday to take charge of the case, picking up documents, forensic reports, and evidence accumulated during the SIT's earlier investigation.
The CBI re-registered an FIR late Monday night, naming Samarth Singh, Twisha's husband, and his mother Giribala Singh — a former judge — as accused in the dowry harassment case.
What the SIT Found Before Handover
Before transferring the case, the SIT reportedly questioned Samarth Singh for more than three hours on Monday and also recreated the crime scene at the residence. According to police sources, Samarth told investigators that Twisha's behaviour had changed after she became pregnant and subsequently underwent an abortion — statements he had reportedly made in earlier rounds of questioning as well.
The initial post-mortem report and statements from the accused's family pointed to suicide, but Twisha's family has consistently alleged foul play and pushed for a CBI inquiry.
Court Applications Filed
Separate applications related to evidence preservation have been filed in the Bhopal district court. Advocate Ankur Pandey, representing Twisha's family, sought preservation of Call Detail Records (CDRs). A separate application filed on behalf of Giribala Singh requested preservation of CCTV footage linked to the case. Both applications were scheduled for hearing later on Tuesday.
Background and Public Attention
Twisha Sharma's death drew widespread public attention after her family alleged sustained dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws. This comes amid a broader pattern of high-profile dowry cases in Madhya Pradesh prompting demands for central agency intervention. The CBI's involvement marks a significant escalation, with the case now under federal scrutiny.
What Happens Next
The CBI is expected to continue questioning family members and examining digital and forensic evidence in the coming days. The outcome of the court hearings on evidence preservation could shape the direction of the investigation significantly.
Point of View
A family alleging dowry harassment, a state SIT that moves slowly enough to invite federal scrutiny. What distinguishes this case is the accused's profile — a former judge as co-accused raises questions about whether local institutions had the insulation to investigate without pressure. The battle over CDRs and CCTV footage in court, filed by both sides, signals that the evidentiary window is already under contest. How quickly the CBI secures and analyses digital evidence will determine whether this probe produces accountability or joins the list of cases that generated headlines but not convictions.
NationPress
6 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Twisha Sharma case?
Twisha Sharma was a former actor-model found hanging at her matrimonial home in Bhopal on 12 May 2025. Her family alleged she was harassed for dowry by her husband Samarth Singh and mother-in-law Giribala Singh, a former judge, and demanded a CBI investigation.
Why did the CBI take over the Twisha Sharma case?
The CBI took over after Twisha's family alleged foul play and expressed dissatisfaction with the state SIT's probe. The central agency formally assumed charge from the Madhya Pradesh Police SIT and re-registered the FIR on Monday night.
Who has been named in the CBI FIR?
The CBI FIR names Twisha's husband Samarth Singh and his mother Giribala Singh, a former judge, on charges related to dowry harassment in connection with Twisha's death.
What evidence is being sought in court?
Advocate Ankur Pandey, representing Twisha's family, filed an application in Bhopal district court seeking preservation of Call Detail Records (CDRs). A separate application on behalf of Giribala Singh sought preservation of CCTV footage linked to the case.
What did the SIT find before handing over the case?
The SIT reportedly questioned Samarth Singh for over three hours and recreated the crime scene before the handover. According to police sources, Samarth stated that Twisha's behaviour had changed after a pregnancy and subsequent abortion — a claim he had reportedly made in earlier questioning as well.
