SHILLONG, June 11: Sonam Raghuvanshi, the prime accused in the gruesome murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, is set to be produced before a Shillong court today under tight security. The case, dubbed ‘Operation Honeymoon’ by investigators, has gripped the nation with its shocking revelations and tragic timeline.
Sonam, who surrendered to police in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, on June 7, was brought to Shillong after a complex route through Patna, Kolkata, and Guwahati, culminating in her discreet transfer to Sadar Police Station following a medical check-up at Ganesh Das Hospital. She is currently on a three-day transit remand with the Meghalaya Police.
East Khasi Hills SP Vivek Syiem confirmed that a total of five suspects, including Sonam and alleged mastermind Raj Kushwaha – reportedly her lover – have been brought to Shillong. The other accused, Anand Kurmi, Akash Rajput, and Vishal Singh Chauhan, were apprehended from different locations and are being held in custody ahead of court proceedings.
The couple had married on May 11, and just nine days later, departed for their honeymoon to Meghalaya. By May 23, they were reported missing. A nation-wide search culminated on June 4, when Raja’s body was discovered in a deep gorge, confirming foul play.
In a dramatic moment, public outrage erupted at Indore airport, where a bystander slapped one of the masked accused as police escorted them.
