Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case Live Updates: ‘We Are In The Process Of Bringing Her To Shillong’ Says Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong News24 -

13:47 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

‘We Are In The Process Of Bringing Her To Shillong’: Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong

Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong said, "Four people were arrested. Sonam has surrendered herself in UP, so that makes it five people. We are in the process of bringing her to Shillong for further investigation... All these days they have blamed the people and government of Meghalaya. Since we have already arrested the accused, everything will become clearer to them and one day they will have to withdraw their statements against Meghalaya... Meghalaya is safe, and they need to learn not to jump to conclusions without getting all the facts and details. It creates confusion... Our police force has performed exceptionally well and the police and our government, including the CM would hardly sleep because we wanted to solve this mystery at the earliest..."

#watch | Shillong: On the Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi case, Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong says, "Four people were arrested. Sonam has surrendered herself in UP, so that makes it five people. We are in the process of bringing her to Shillong for further… pic.twitter.com/l4L7cvMEgA
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

13:35 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

SP Vivek Syiem Responds To Sonam’s Boyfriend Allegation: ‘It Appears So’

Vivek Syiem, Superintendent of Police, East Khasi Hills, said, "Once the team reaches there, they will arrest her and take transit remand... Yes, it appears so (Sonam had a boyfriend)... Two teams of Meghalaya Police are there in MP and one team is going to UP to arrest Sonam... It is a fact that she called up her relatives but all this happened after the raids were conducted... If you look at it logically, all these days she hadn't come out, but last night when Raj Kushwaha and others were caught, suddenly she surfaced. That speaks for itself."

#watch | Shillong: On the Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi case, Vivek Syiem, Superintendent of Police, East Khasi Hills, says, "Once the team reaches there, they will arrest her and take transit remand... Yes, it appears so (Sonam had a boyfriend)... Two teams of Meghalaya… pic.twitter.com/tVRL3S8g1V
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

13:30 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

East Khasi Hills SP Details Arrests In Raja Raghuvanshi Case, Sonam To Be Apprehended Soon

Vivek Syiem, Superintendent of Police, East Khasi Hills, said "The first person arrested is 19 a 19-year-old Akash Rajput, from Lalitpur. The second accused is Vishal Singh Chauhan, age 22 years, from Indore, the third is Raj Singh Kushwaha, age 21 years, from Indore. Yesterday, Sonam Raghuvanshi is in Ghazipur. This afternoon, we arrested another accused from the Sagar District. One person has been detained in the Nandgarh police station... The third team is on its way to arrest Sonam Raghuvanshi... These people committed the crime on 23rd May and left soon after. At that time, we didn't know it was a murder; we were looking for them. We looked for missing reports, and nobody was found. The body was found only on 2 June, after which SIT was formed and the investigation started... Within these 7 days, the SIT has accumulated substantial evidence and gone down there and has zeroed down on the culprits... If we connect the dots, preliminary investigation will reveal how this whole motive and crime was carried out. It was actually Raj Kushwaha with Sonam. When they come here, we will finally be able to confirm... All these days, Sonam and others were underground, and yesterday, when our operation started, suddenly she surfaced..."

#watch | Shillong: On the Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi case, Vivek Syiem, Superintendent of Police, East Khasi Hills, says, "The first person arrested is 19 a 19-year-old Akash Rajput, from Lalitpur. The second accused is Vishal Singh Chauhan, age 22 years, from… pic.twitter.com/4KiWHTsYGP
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

13:19 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case Live: Deputy CM P Tynsong Briefs Media, Confirms Sonam’s Voluntary Surrender

Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong said, "Meghalaya Police is pleased to announce a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the recent case of the disappearance of a honeymooning couple from Indore who went missing in the East Khasi district in May. Involving sustained efforts and multi-state coordination, four people have been apprehended in connection with this case- 2 from Indore, and 1 from Latifpur, UP... In a further development, Sonam Raghuwanshi has voluntarily surrendered in Ghazipur, UP, and is in the safe custody of UP Police. Necessary legal protocols are being followed for her transit and formal statement. Round-the-clock efforts have been made by the Meghalaya Police SIT, supported by SDRF, NDRF, local intelligence units, and law enforcement agencies across states... Despite geographical and logistical challenges and repeated public and media scrutiny, our teams remained steadfast in our commitment to upholding the rule of law."

#watch | Shillong: On the Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi case, Meghalaya Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong says, "... Meghalaya Police is pleased to announce a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the recent case of the disappearance of a honeymooning couple from… pic.twitter.com/jpEqOOyse7
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

13:15 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Police Sources: Sonam Claims She Is A Victim, Not The Accused

Police Sources Claim that Sonam has stated that she is not the accused but a victim. According to her, she was abducted and later abandoned near Ghazipur by the abductors.

Sonam maintains that she is a victim of kidnapping. This claim by Sonam poses a new challenge for the police, who have now begun investigating her statements.

13:11 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Raja’s Family Burns Sonam's Photos And Posters In Indore

In Indore, the family of the deceased Raja Raghuvanshi expressed their anger against Sonam. They burned her photographs and tore apart her posters in public. They even set fire to Sonam’s picture at the doorstep of the house.

13:09 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Fourth Accused Anand Arrested From Bina In Madhya Pradesh

Nitish Patel, SDOP of Bina, Madhya Pradesh, told News 24 that the fourth accused, Anand, has been taken into custody from Basari village near Bina. Anand’s ancestral village is in Mirzapur, but he was currently residing in Indore. After fleeing, he was hiding at his uncle’s house in Basari village. The police are currently interrogating him. Anand was arrested this morning at 11 AM.

13:07 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case Live: Three Accused To Be Produced In Court

Indore police have arrested three accused—Raj Kushwaha, Vishal, and Akash Thakur—and they are currently undergoing medical examination. After this, all three will be produced in court, following which Meghalaya police will take them to Shillong for interrogation. They will be questioned thoroughly about Raja’s murder and the crime scene.

According to the police, another accused named Anand is still at large.

13:06 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Top Sources Say Suggest Pre-Planned Murder

According to top sources, this was a pre-planned Murder.The conspiracy to kill was being plotted long in advance.Everything was carefully orchestrated.The killers, along with Raj Kushwaha and a mastermind, planned the trip to Shillong together. After murdering Raja Raghuvanshi, all of them escaped by train to Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.

13:03 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

DGP Meghalaya Issues Press Release On Sonam Raghuvanshi & Other Developments

Meghalaya Police is pleased to announce a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the recent case involving the disappearance of a honeymooning couple from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, who went missing in the East Khasi Hills district in May 2025.

Following sustained investigative efforts and multi-state coordination, three individuals have been apprehended in connection with this case two from Indore Madhya Pradesh) and one from Lalitpur (Uttar Pradesh). These arrests mark a decisive development in unravelling the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Shri Raja Raghuvanshi and the subsequent disappearance of his wife, Smt. Sonam Raghuvanshi.

In a further development, Smt. Sonam Raghuvanshi has voluntarily surrendered at the Nandganj Police Station in Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, and is currently in the safe custody of the Uttar Pradesh Police. Necessary legal protocols are being followed for her transit and formal statement.

This outcome is the result of round-the-clock efforts by the Meghalaya Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT). supported by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), local intelligence units, and law enforcement agencies across multiple states. Despite geographical and logistical challenges, and sustained public and media scrutiny, our teams remained steadfast in their commitment to upholding the rule of law.

We take this moment to reaffirm that the Meghalaya Police is committed to delivering justice with integrity, professionalism, and perseverance. We are deeply grateful to the families, the citizens of Meghalaya, and our inter-state counterparts for their cooperation and support throughout this complex investigation.

Further updates will be shared as the legal proceedings advance.

12:54 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Sonam To Be Handed Over To Meghalaya Police: UP ADG Law & Order

UP ADG Law & Order, Amitabh Yash stated that Sonam Raghuvanshi will be handed over to Meghalaya Police as soon as they reach Ghazipur today.

12:35 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Meghalaya Home Minister And East Khasi Hills SP To Address Media At 2 PM

Meghalaya Home Minister Prystone and Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem will address the press at 2 PM today.

12:33 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Meghalaya Police To Reach Gazipur By 3 PM

According to reports, Meghalaya police will reach Gazipur by 3 pm. Gazipur police were informed by the Madhya Pradesh police regarding the whereabouts of Sonam.

12:31 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Who Is Raj Kushwaha?

According to Sonam’s father, Devi Singh, Raj Kushwaha worked at their mica factory, where he was employed as a manager. Sonam also worked in the same factory as an HR executive.

12:26 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Three Suspects – Raj Kushwaha, Vishal Chauhan And Akash Rajput Arrested

Addl. DCP (Crime) Rajesh Dandotiya told ANI, "On 11th May, Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi got married, and on 20th May, they went on a vacation. They reached Shillong via Guwahati. After reaching Shillong, they were constantly in contact with their family. On 23rd May, the couple had their last conversation with their family. After this, the family contacted Indore Police, which was in touch with the SP East Saura district and the couple's relatives. On 2nd June, Raja Raghuwanshi's body was recovered and identified. After the recovery of the body, a case of murder was registered. In this case, DGP Madhya Pradesh was in touch with DGP Meghalaya. As the search operation intensified, we got information from the Shillong Police that Sonam Raghuvanshi had been recovered in Ghazipur. Based on technical inputs, three suspects - Raj Kushwaha, Vishal Chauhan and Akash Rajput- were detained from Indore and a nearby area. The Police are questioning them at an undisclosed location. The name of another suspect, Anand, has come to light. Shillong Police is holding an investigation."

#watch | MP | On Indore's Raghuvanshi couple case, Addl. DCP (Crime) Rajesh Dandotiya says, "On 11th May, Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi got married, and on 20th May, they went on a vacation. They reached Shillong via Guwahati. After reaching Shillong, they were… pic.twitter.com/2KFF5yUyU4
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

12:24 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Discrepancy In Sonam’s Belongings Raises Questions

Two days ago, News 24 aired CCTV footage showing Raja and Sonam Raghuvanshi leaving Shipra Stay on May 23. In the video, Raja is seen riding a blue scooter while Sonam, dressed in a raincoat from a well-known brand, sits behind him. Notably, Sonam was carrying two mobile phones at that time.

However, when Ghazipur police found Sonam near a dhaba, she had no bag or mobile phones with her. According to the dhaba owner, Sonam borrowed his phone to contact her family members.

This discrepancy in Sonam’s belongings has raised questions about what happened between May 23 and the time she was found near Ghazipur.

12:17 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Ghazipur Police Reach Kashi Dhaba, Officer Says 'Her Medical Examination Is Done'

Ravanshu Pandey, Rajadi Police Chowki Incharge, Ghazipur, along with other police officials, reached Kashi Dhaba, where UP Police found Sonam Raghuvanshi late last night He said, "Meghalaya Police is also reaching here. Sonam Raghuvanshi is at the One Stop Centre in Ghazipur. Her medical examination has also been performed."

#watch | Ravanshu Pandey, Rajadi Police Chowki Incharge, Ghazipur, along with other police officials, reach Kashi Dhaba, where UP Police found Sonam Raghuvanshi late last nightHe says "Meghalaya Police is also reaching here. Sonam Raghuvanshi is at the One Stop Centre in… pic.twitter.com/G7pKSKwcdN
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

12:14 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

'The Truth Has Come Out': Meghalaya Minister Alexander Laloo Hek Lauds Police's Efforts

Speaking to ANI on Sonam's arrest, Meghalaya Minister Alexander Laloo Hek said, "The truth has come out... All these days, the family and friends of Raja Raghuvanshi blamed Meghalaya Police and the Government of Meghalaya, and what is extremely shameful is that they were blaming the people of Meghalaya... Our police have done an excellent job and have nabbed the culprit within 7 days... We should file a defamation case against everyone who is maligning the image of Meghalaya and its people..."

#watch | Shillong: On Sonam Raghuvanshi found near Ghazipur, UP, Meghalaya Minister Alexander Laloo Hek says, "The truth has come out... All these days, the family and friends of Raja Raghuvanshi blamed Meghalaya Police and the Government of Meghalaya, and what is extremely… pic.twitter.com/1xVcFp6zGP
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

12:11 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

‘100% Jhutha Aarop Hai’ – Sonam Raghuvanshi’s Father Defends Her, Demands CBI Probe

While speaking to the media, Sonam Raghyvanshi’s father, Devi Singh, said, “Sonam came to a dhaba in Ghazipur. She called her brother, Govind. Police went there and took her to the Police Station. Refuting the allegations, he further added, “100% false allegations are being made against Sonam.”

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12:08 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Raja’s Brother Thanks Meghalaya Police, Says Sonam Will Disclose What Happened

Sachin Raghuvanshi, brother of Raja Raghuvanshi, told ANI, "Sonam herself will reveal what happened. I thank Meghalaya Police and the CM for their investigation and help. Police will reveal everything. If she is found involved, then we will demand strict action."

#watch | Indore, MP: On Sonam Raghuvanshi found near Ghazipur, UP, Sachin Raghuvanshi, brother of Raja Raghuvanshi, says, "Sonam herself will reveal what happened. I thank Meghalaya Police and the CM for their investigation and help. Police will reveal everything. If she is found… pic.twitter.com/O8pqHZS6Fq
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

11:57 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

‘No Idea About Sonam's Relationship With Raj Kushwaha': Raja Raghuvanshi’s Mother

Raja Raghuvanshi's mother Uma Raghuvanshi said, "Before they got married, we wanted them to spend time together, but Sonam's mother was not open to this... If she has done all this, she will be punished... I don't know anything about the others who are reportedly involved... I had a good relationship with Sonam... I cannot blame Sonam right now. First, those three men should be investigated, and then Sonam should be investigated. We had wholeheartedly accepted her... If Sonam is responsible in any way, she will be punished... We have no idea about Sonam's relationship with Raj Kushwaha..."

11:55 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

‘Sonam Was Crying': Dhaba Owner Describes Her State Before UP Police Arrival

Sahil Yadav, owner of Kashi Dhaba, where UP Police found Sonam Raghuvanshi late last night, told ANI "Sonam came here around 1 AM. She wanted my phone to call her family members, and I gave it to her. She started crying when she called her family. I took my phone from her and gave them the details about Sonam's location. She was not mentally fine. After some time, her brother called me and asked me to inform the local police. Police arrived here and took her around 2:30 AM. Sonam was alone; I gave her water..."

#watch | Sahil Yadav, owner of Kashi Dhaba, where UP Police found Sonam Raghuvanshi late last night, says "Sonam came here around 1 AM. She wanted my phone to call her family members, and I gave it to her. She started crying when she called her family. I took my phone from her… pic.twitter.com/E9VGJ01OMs
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

11:50 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

'UP Police Hasn't Interrogated Sonam': ADG Law And Order Amitabh Yash

Uttar Pradesh Additional Director General (ADG) of Law and Order, Amitabh Yash on Monday said that the state police hasn't interrogated Sonam Raghuvanshi as this matter pertains to Meghalaya Police.

"Sonam Raghuvanshi called her family members at around 3 am and informed them that she was present at the Kashi Dhaba on Varanasi-Ghazipur main road. Sonam's family members gave this information to the Indore Police, following which they contacted Uttar Pradesh Police. Acting on this, Ghazipur Police took her to the hospital and then to the One Stop Centre in Ghazipur. Meghalaya Police was present in Indore to investigate this case. Sonam Raghuvanshi will be handed over to Meghalaya Police as soon as they reach Ghazipur. UP Police has not interrogated Sonam Raghuvanshi," the ADG law and order told ANI.

11:45 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

'Our Role Was To Recover Sonam, Further Probe With MP & Meghalaya Police': Ghazipur SP

Ghazipur SP Iraj Raja said, "We got information from Madhya Pradesh Police that a woman, Sonam, is present at Kashi Dhaba on the Varanasi-Ghazipur road. We reached the spot and recovered her. She was taken to the hospital for treatment and then to the One Stop Centre in Ghazipur. We are in contact with the Madhya Pradesh Police and the Meghalaya Police. Their teams are going to reach here soon. They will do further investigation. Sonam spoke to her family members, who informed the Madhya Pradesh Police. The concerned police will investigate the incident that took place in Meghalaya. We were just informed to recover Sonam from the spot..."

#watch | On Sonam Raghuvanshi found near Ghazipur, UP, Ghazipur SP Iraj Raja says "We got information from Madhya Pradesh Police that a woman, Sonam, is present at Kashi Dhaba on the Varanasi-Ghazipur road. We reached the spot and recovered her. She was taken to the hospital for… pic.twitter.com/XrUuYBFEx9
— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

11:43 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

‘She Should Be Hanged’: Raja Raghuvanshi’s Mother On Sonam’s Involvement

Speaking to the media, Raja's mother said, "If Sonam is involved, she should be hanged..." She added, "I want the three men caught to be interrogated."

She said that Sonam behaved well towards her and used to hug her when they met. She added that if Sonam has no involvement in the case, then she should not be accused.

11:41 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Raja Raghuvanshi's Mother Demands Strict Punishment, Says 'Sonam Planned Their Honeymoon'

Raja Raghuvanshi's mother Uma Raghuvanshi said "... If Sonam loved my son, she wouldn't have left my son to die. How is she safe?... All people behind this should be strictly punished... I don't know who Raj Kushwaha is... Sonam planned their honeymoon... They didn't book their return tickets..."

#watch pic.twitter.com/jZj6Ce67p7

— ANI (@ANI) June 9, 2025

11:36 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case: Where And How Sonam Raghuvanshi Was Found?

A senior police official from Uttar Pradesh has shared more details regarding the arrest of Sonam Raghuvanshi. He stated that 24-year-old, Sonam was found near a dhaba on the Varanasi-Ghazipur main road on Monday. After she was relocated, Sonam was first sent to Sadar Hospital for initial treatment and then transferred to Sakhi One stop centre, stated ADG Law and Order, Uttar Pradesh, Amitabh Yash.

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11:33 (IST) 9 Jun 2025

Sonam’s Alleged Affair Linked To Husband’s Death, Raja’s Brother Makes Big Claim!

Raja Raghuvanshi’s brother, Vipul Raghuvanshi, has made a significant revelation about Raj Kushwaha, suggesting Sonam’s involvement in the murder. Vipul stated that he was initially unaware of the names of those who were arrested, but once Raj’s name surfaced, he identified him. Notably, reports suggest that Sonam and Raj Kushwaha were in a romantic relationship, and she allegedly conspired to murder Raja due to the affair.

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Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder Case Live Updates: ‘We Are In The Process Of Bringing Her To Shillong’ Says Deputy CM Prestone Tynsong

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma confirmed the breakthrough in Raja Raghuvanshi murder case and lauded the efforts of the state police.

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