Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder: Wife's Bail Sparks Outrage

Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of orchestrating her husband Raja Raghuvanshi's murder during their honeymoon in Meghalaya in May 2025, is now out on bail. The Meghalaya High Court granted her bail, a decision the Supreme Court declined to stay on July 3, 2026. Raja's family has expressed grave concerns, fearing Sonam might tamper with evidence, influence witnesses, or flee.

The incident began when the couple went missing on May 23, 2025. Raja's body was later discovered in a gorge on June 2, 2025. Investigations revealed Sonam allegedly hired contract killers to murder Raja and dispose of his body. She was initially arrested in June 2025 and later apprehended in Uttar Pradesh after reportedly absconding. The autopsy indicated Raja was struck on the head multiple times with a sharp object.

Sonam's release on bail was reportedly based on a technicality concerning the grounds of arrest. The Meghalaya government, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, urged the Supreme Court to halt the bail order, highlighting the alleged premeditated nature of the crime. The legal battle continues as the family seeks justice for Raja.