The CBI has re-registered the FIR originally filed by Bhopal Police and named Twisha’s husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law Giribala Singh in a dowry death case.
A team from the agency’s Special Crime Unit reached Bhopal from Delhi and collected case diaries, witness statements, medical papers, and digital evidence gathered during the local police investigation.
Samarth Singh questioned for nearly 10 hours
Investigators are now closely examining statements made by Samarth Singh during nearly 10 hours of questioning spread across three days.
NDTV, quoting police sources, reported that Samarth admitted that his relationship with Twisha had become strained but denied physically assaulting her.
He claimed their marriage remained “normal” until March, after which tensions escalated following Twisha’s brother’s wedding.
Police reportedly questioned him extensively about the couple’s courtship, marriage, and the changes that emerged within months of the wedding.
Pregnancy, abortion claims under scanner
One of the most sensitive aspects of the probe relates to Twisha’s pregnancy and subsequent abortion.
Samarth told investigators that he wanted to become a father, but claimed Twisha did not want the child and chose abortion after medical consultation.
He said both had visited a doctor together and obtained prescribed medication for the procedure.
However, investigators are now verifying this version against medical records and WhatsApp chats allegedly recovered during the investigation.
According to media reports, Twisha’s messages suggest Samarth had raised doubts about the pregnancy and questioned the child’s paternity — a claim that sharply contradicts his statement to police that both he and his mother wanted the baby.
Twisha’s family has alleged that her mental and emotional health deteriorated after disputes related to the pregnancy and claimed she lost nearly 15 kilograms during that period.
Mental health claims being investigated
Another major focus of the investigation is Samarth’s claim that Twisha suffered from Bipolar Disorder and later adjustment disorder.
He allegedly told police that Twisha experienced sudden behavioural changes and distress, after which she was taken for psychiatric treatment.
He also claimed she was prescribed sleeping pills on medical advice to manage stress.
The CBI is expected to investigate whether the treatment was medically justified, whether Twisha gave informed consent, and whether her family was informed about the psychiatric consultations.
Deleted chats could become key evidence
Investigators are also probing allegations that Samarth deleted WhatsApp conversations from his phone.
Technical experts are now attempting to recover deleted chats between Twisha, Samarth and their family members, which police believe could become critical evidence in the case.
Twisha had allegedly told her family she was pressured to quit her job and was not allowed to continue even remote work. Samarth has denied the allegation, claiming she left her job voluntarily after marriage.
CBI to verify final-day timeline
Samarth has also claimed that nothing appeared unusual on the day of Twisha’s death. According to his statement, the couple went to the gym together, ate meals and went for a walk before the incident.
The CBI is now cross-checking this account with CCTV footage, call records, medical evidence, digital activity and witness statements.
Meanwhile, the role of Giribala Singh remains under scrutiny, with investigators examining allegations that Twisha felt unsupported during disputes within the marriage.