'They may know more about the murder': Raja Raghuvanshi's kin demand narco test on Sonam, Raj Kushwaha, say duo's behaviour raises doubts
According to Meghalaya Police's findings, Sonam and four others were responsible for Raja's death. In response, residents of Indore organised a candlelight vigil, seeking justice and a thorough investigation.
Raja's brother, Vipin Raghuvanshi, requested a narco test for the accused, citing suspicious behaviour during questioning. "The way Sonam and Raj are misleading the police is shocking. Once a narco test is done, it will be revealed how much Sonam is lying about it.
How all the accused are lying indicates that they may know more about the murder."
He further added, "I cannot talk to Sonam's parents yet. Why haven't they made any statements through the media? For instance, Raj claims Sonam has been tying Rakhi to Govind and him for three years. Doesn't her mother know this? Police need to question her parents. Why have you all hidden this from the media and police?"
Another brother, Sachin Raghuvanshi, who led the candlelight vigil in Indore, expressed the family's sorrow and determination to seek justice.
"To get justice for Raja, I will go anywhere in the world... This candle march is organised so that Raja's soul may attain peace..."
Meghalaya BJP President Rikman G Momin addressed the situation, defending the state's reputation. "The blame has already been placed on our state, so those who are blaming have to come and apologise to our state. Meghalaya is a safe and tourist-friendly state... Everyone can come to Meghalaya, and we receive everyone as our brothers and sisters.
There is no difference; everyone is Indian, and we are Indians. We will work together.
.. I salute the Meghalaya police for cracking this case..."
The Meghalaya government plans to strengthen the Meghalaya Resident Safety and Security Act (MRSSA) to enhance protection for residents and tourists. Minister Alexander Laloo Hek informed ANI about the cabinet's decision to implement tourist registration and install CCTV cameras at tourist locations, hotels, homestays, and lodges.
Regarding the Scooty rental query, the minister stated, "For now, we don't know whether it's illegal or not, but it is being said that they have hired the Scooty from Shillong only."
On Friday, Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh commended the state police for their effective investigation, which resulted in apprehending five suspects, including Sonam Raghuvanshi.
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