The family of Twisha Sharma has alleged that the 33-year-old [1] woman died after being subjected to forced abortion and domestic violence in Bhopal.
This case has sparked public outcry and protests in Madhya Pradesh, highlighting concerns regarding domestic abuse and the influence of high-ranking officials on police investigations.
Sharma had been married for five months [2] at the time of her death. Her family, who originate from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, said she suffered mental harassment and physical abuse from her husband, Samarth Singh, and her mother-in-law, Giribala Singh.
According to the family, Giribala Singh is a retired judge. They said this professional status and the family's influence may have compromised the local police investigation into Sharma's death.
Protesters gathered outside the residence of the chief minister in Bhopal to demand a fair inquiry. The family said the victim was forced to undergo an abortion, which they link to the circumstances surrounding her death.
Local police are involved in the matter, though the family continues to call for transparency. They said the power dynamics within the husband's family have hindered the pursuit of justice.
“The family of Twisha Sharma has alleged that the 33-year-old woman died after being subjected to forced abortion.”
The allegations involving a retired judge suggest a perceived imbalance of power that often complicates domestic violence cases in India. When influential figures are accused, public protests—such as those at the chief minister's residence—often serve as a mechanism to pressure authorities into conducting a more transparent investigation.
