Twisha Sharma Death Case: Supreme Court Stays Bhopal Trial, Issues Notice on Plea To Transfer Case to Delhi

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed further proceedings before the Bhopal Sessions Court in the death case of Twisha Sharma, after hearing her father, Navnidhi Sharma, seek the transfer of the trial to Delhi. A two-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi also issued notice to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), accused husband Samarth Singh and mother-in-law Giribala Singh on the plea.

Navnidhi Sharma has argued that his daughter’s family may not receive a fair trial in Madhya Pradesh, alleging that Giribala Singh, a former district judge, could influence witnesses because of her connections and position. He also submitted certain material to the court in a sealed cover.

Supreme Court Issues Notice on Trial Transfer Plea

Twisha’s father has sought the transfer of the trial from Bhopal to Delhi, citing concerns about the possibility of institutional bias and the influence of the accused’s family. Navnidhi, who is settled in the Delhi-NCR region, has argued that conducting the trial in Delhi would help address these concerns.

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the CBI, Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh on the transfer petition. The court’s decision to stay the proceedings means that the trial before the Bhopal Sessions Court cannot continue while the stay remains in force. Twisha Sharma Case: CCTV Captures Noida Woman’s Final Moments Before Her Death (Watch Video).

The development follows the apex court’s earlier suo motu intervention in the case, during which it directed the Madhya Pradesh government to transfer the investigation to the CBI.

Supreme Court’s Earlier Intervention in Twisha Death Case

The Supreme Court had taken suo motu cognisance of Twisha’s death following media reports raising questions about the fairness of the investigation. The concerns included allegations that the investigation could be affected because her husband is a practising advocate and her mother-in-law is a former district judge. Twisha Sharma Death: AIIMS Medical Board Finds Suicide, Rules Out Physical Assault After Second Autopsy.

The court had also asked the media not to record statements from witnesses or potential accused, observing that such coverage could prejudice the investigation. It urged Twisha’s family members and potential witnesses to give their statements directly to the investigating agency.

The apex court subsequently disposed of the suo motu proceedings while allowing the parties to pursue appropriate legal remedies before the relevant forums.

Who Was Twisha? What We Know About the Case

Twisha, a 33-year-old woman and former Miss Pune winner, was reportedly found dead at her husband’s residence in Bhopal’s Katara Hills on May 12. She had been living in Noida, according to reports.

Her family has accused her husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, of dowry harassment and domestic violence. The two have also been accused of abetment to suicide in connection with her death. These allegations remain subject to judicial proceedings.

Reports stated that Twisha and Samarth had met through a dating application approximately five months before their marriage.

Family Seeks Second Post-Mortem Examination

Twisha’s father had earlier written to the medical board constituted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, seeking a second post-mortem examination to establish the cause of death.

Navnidhi requested a multidisciplinary examination involving forensic, pathological and radiological assessments, citing concerns that he believed had not been adequately addressed during the initial post-mortem conducted in Bhopal.

According to the information provided, the High Court subsequently allowed the petition seeking a second autopsy.

The Supreme Court’s latest order now places further proceedings before the Bhopal Sessions Court on hold as it considers the plea to transfer the trial to Delhi.

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