Twisha Sharma death case: Family demands second post-mortem, probe transfer out of MP
Synopsis
The family of Twisha Sharma is alleging that influential accused persons have reversed an approved post-mortem order, filed a false FIR, and shaped the investigation in their favour — while a retired Major General publicly charges that the Bhopal administration and police have taken sides. The case has escalated into a direct challenge to institutional integrity in Madhya Pradesh.
Key Takeaways
The family of Twisha Sharma on 19 May demanded a second post-mortem and transfer of the case out of Madhya Pradesh .
Mother Rekha Sharma said the family had received no relief after 5–6 days of approaching government offices.
Father Navnidhi Sharma alleged that permission for a second post-mortem was first granted by the Commissioner and then reversed — which he termed evidence of undue influence.
The accused reportedly secured anticipatory bail ; police themselves acknowledged their influence during the bail hearing, according to the family.
Retired Major General Shyam Shrivastava alleged the administration and police had aligned with the accused, calling for systemic accountability.
All allegations are the family's assertions; the case remains sub-judice and the accused have not publicly responded in this report.
The family of Twisha Sharma on Tuesday, 19 May intensified its push for a fresh post-mortem examination and transfer of the investigation out of Madhya Pradesh, alleging that influential accused persons have manipulated the probe and interfered with the judicial process in this high-profile death case originating from Bhopal.
Family's Core Demands
Twisha's mother, Rekha Sharma, said the family had spent the last several days running between government offices without any relief. 'I am requesting the post-mortem examination again, and I also want our case to be transferred to Delhi as soon as possible. We are not able to get anything done here because there is no one to help us. For the past 5–6 days, we have been going around every day, but no hearing is taking place anywhere,' she said.
Her father, Navnidhi Sharma, questioned the reversal of an earlier approval for a second post-mortem. 'An application is required only when it is outside the jurisdiction. When it was within the jurisdiction of the Commissioner, permission had earlier been granted, but later it was denied. This shows influence. Interfering with rights in the judicial process is wrong,' he said.
Allegations of Manipulation and Undue Influence
Navnidhi Sharma alleged that the accused — described as influential individuals — had already filed what the family characterises as a false FIR and shaped the investigation in their favour. 'You saw how they got anticipatory bail. Even during the bail hearing, the police argued that they are influential people — the police themselves acknowledged it. When the police themselves are admitting that they are influential, then why have you left one accused free to influence the case?' he alleged.
He further alleged that a senior judicial figure connected to the accused family had made public statements about the case despite being on anticipatory bail. 'Such a senior judge knows the law very well. Even after getting anticipatory bail, she is trying to affect the case and is giving all kinds of statements in the media. This does not suit her position; it reflects a criminal mindset,' he added. These are the family's allegations and have not been independently verified.
Retired Army Officer Joins the Call for Accountability
Major General Shyam Shrivastava (retd), who addressed reporters alongside the family, alleged that the administration and police appeared to have aligned with the accused. 'This incident was carried out by highly influential people, and after that, the entire administration, police department, and others all seemed to have taken one side, as if there is no such thing as law left here anymore,' he said.
He called for systemic accountability, saying officials who treat institutions as personal tools must be made to answer. 'Those who treat these systems like their personal playgrounds and think they can do whatever they want with anyone who comes to their police station should also develop a sense of fear and accountability,' he said.
Background and What Happens Next
The Twisha Sharma case has drawn significant attention in Madhya Pradesh, with the family characterising it as a dowry-related death — an allegation that authorities have not yet publicly confirmed or denied. The accused have reportedly secured anticipatory bail, a development the family argues reflects the reach of their influence. The demand for a case transfer to Delhi or a Central Bureau of Investigation probe remains pending before the relevant authorities. All allegations made by the family are yet to be tested in court, and the accused have not been named in the source material. The next hearing date has not been publicly confirmed.
Point of View
Not silence. When the police themselves acknowledge the accused's influence during a bail hearing — as the family alleges — and yet one accused remains free, the institutional credibility gap becomes the story. Madhya Pradesh has seen several such cases where family allegations of manipulation eventually forced CBI transfers; whether this case follows that pattern depends on whether the courts treat the procedural reversals as coincidence or as evidence of systemic pressure.
NationPress
3 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Twisha Sharma death case?
The Twisha Sharma case involves the death of a woman in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, which her family alleges was a dowry-related killing by influential accused persons. The family has demanded a second post-mortem examination and transfer of the investigation, alleging manipulation of the probe.
Why is the family demanding a second post-mortem?
The family alleges that permission for a second post-mortem was initially granted by the Commissioner but was later reversed, which they attribute to undue influence by the accused. They believe a fresh examination is necessary to establish the true cause of death.
Who are the accused in the Twisha Sharma case?
The accused have not been named in available reports. The family describes them as highly influential individuals who have secured anticipatory bail. Police reportedly acknowledged their influence during the bail hearing, according to the family's account.
What is the family demanding from authorities?
The family is demanding a second post-mortem examination, transfer of the case to Delhi or a central investigating agency, and accountability for officials they allege have sided with the accused. These demands are currently pending before the relevant authorities.
What role did Major General Shyam Shrivastava play?
Retired Major General Shyam Shrivastava addressed reporters alongside the family, alleging that the Bhopal administration and police had taken the side of the accused. He called for systemic accountability among officials who allegedly misuse institutional authority.
