The high-profile death of model-actor Twisha Sharma has reached a critical turning point as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officially takes over the probe. Stepping in from Delhi, the CBI’s Special Crime Unit has re-registered the original FIR filed by the Bhopal Police, launching a fresh investigation against Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, and her mother-in-law, retired Judge Giribala Singh.
The case, now classified under sections relating to dowry death, is centered on deconstructing Samarth’s exhaustive 10-hour interrogation statements and weighing them against a trail of digital and medical evidence.
The Paternity Dispute vs. The “Distressed” Pregnancy
A major point of contention in the investigation revolves around Twisha’s pregnancy and subsequent abortion. During questioning, Samarth painted a picture of a supportive husband, claiming that both he and his mother eagerly wanted the child. He alleged that Twisha suffered from severe distress upon conceiving and insisted on terminating the pregnancy on medical advice.
However, recovered WhatsApp messages tell a starkly different story. The texts reportedly reveal that Samarth had openly questioned the paternity of the child. Furthermore, Twisha’s family contends that her severe weight loss—nearly 15 kilograms—and subsequent mental health struggles only began after the bitter conflicts surrounding her pregnancy emerged.
Weaponized Mental Health Allegations
Investigators are deeply scrutinizing Samarth’s claims regarding Twisha’s psychological state. He asserted that Twisha suffered from Bipolar Disorder and erratic behavior shifts, later stating a doctor had diagnosed her with an “adjustment disorder.” He also admitted to administering prescribed sleeping pills to manage her stress.
The CBI is now focusing on the validity of this psychiatric treatment. Key questions include:
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Was this aggressive treatment medically justified for a newly married woman?
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Was Twisha’s informed consent properly documented?
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Why was Twisha’s biological family allegedly kept entirely in the dark regarding her mental health treatments?
Erased Digital Footprints and Isolation
Adding to the suspicion is the discovery that Samarth deleted extensive WhatsApp chat logs with Twisha and her family members. A technical forensics team is currently working to retrieve the wiped data.
These missing messages are vital, as Twisha had previously complained to her family that she was being systematically isolated and forced to quit her career, even being barred from working online. While Samarth maintains she stepped away from her career voluntarily by mutual consent, her family alleges forced financial and social dependency.
The Final Hours and The Mother-in-Law’s Role
Samarth maintained that the day of Twisha’s death was entirely ordinary, claiming they went to the gym, dined, and took a walk together without any signs of distress. The CBI is currently cross-referencing this timeline with CCTV footage, mobile locations, and witness testimonies.
Additionally, the role of retired Judge Giribala Singh remains under the microscope. While Samarth portrayed his mother as a neutral mediator who attempted to smooth over regular marital friction, evidence suggests Twisha felt deeply alienated, believing her mother-in-law consistently weaponized her influence to side with Samarth.
