A Central Bureau of Investigation team visited the residence of ex-judge Giribala Singh in Bhopal to probe suspicious phone calls [1].
The investigation focuses on whether these communications are linked to a scheme of mental torture and dowry harassment. Because the case involves a former member of the judiciary, the probe carries significant implications for legal accountability and the transparency of high-profile criminal investigations in Madhya Pradesh.
Twisha Sharma, who was 33 years old, died on May 12, 2024 [2]. The events took place at the home of her in-laws, where Giribala Singh is the mother-in-law of the deceased [1]. Following the death, the Madhya Pradesh government authorized a CBI investigation in May 2024 [3].
Investigators are currently examining the origin and content of phone calls made shortly after Sharma was found dead [1]. These calls are alleged to be part of a larger pattern of harassment. The CBI's visit to the residence of the former judge is part of an effort to secure evidence that may contradict the initial findings of the case.
There are conflicting accounts regarding the cause of death. The Madhya Pradesh Police said that Sharma's death was a suicide by hanging [1]. However, Sharma's family has questioned that narrative, alleging that she was subjected to mental torture, and dowry-related abuse [1].
Legal disputes over the evidence continue in the courts. The family of Twisha Sharma requested a second autopsy to further investigate the cause of death [1]. A local court in Bhopal rejected that request [1]. Despite the court's decision on the autopsy, the CBI continues to pursue digital and telephonic evidence to determine if foul play occurred.
“A Central Bureau of Investigation team visited the residence of ex-judge Giribala Singh in Bhopal to probe suspicious phone calls.”
The involvement of the CBI in a case involving a former judge signals a move to bypass potential local influence and ensure an impartial investigation. The focus on telephonic evidence suggests that investigators are looking for a paper trail of coercion or harassment that could elevate the charges from suicide to a more serious criminal offense, such as abetment or murder.
