š± Honeymoon Horror: Bride Missing, Groom Murdered in Meghalaya! šµļøāāļøš
- MediaFx
- Jun 6
- 2 min read
TL;DR š°
A newlywed couple's dream honeymoon in Meghalaya turned into a nightmare.Ā Raja Raghuvanshi was found murdered, while his wife, Sonam, remains missing.Ā Evidence suggests a possible abduction, with fears she may have been trafficked across the border.Ā The family demands a CBI probe, alleging local authorities' negligence.Ā The case underscores the need for better tourist safety and swift justice.
š Dream Honeymoon Turns Tragic š
Raja and Sonam Raghuvanshi, a newlywed couple from Indore, embarked on their honeymoon to Meghalaya on May 20, 2025.Ā Their last known location was a hotel in Shillong, from which they checked out on May 22.Ā They then moved to Sohra (Cherrapunjee), leaving their luggage at a hotel before heading towards Maulakaya village.Ā Tragically, they were never seen again.šµļøāāļø The Chilling Discovery š©ø
On June 2, Raja's decomposed body was discovered in a 300-foot-deep gorge near Weisawdong Falls.Ā He had been hacked to death with a 'dao' (machete), which was recovered from the scene.Ā His smartwatch remained on his wrist, but his wallet, gold chain, rings, and four mobile phones were missing.Ā
šØ Sonam Still Missing: Kidnapping Suspected
Despite extensive search operations involving drones, NDRF, and SDRF teams, Sonam remains missing.Ā Her family believes she has been kidnapped, possibly trafficked across the border into Bangladesh.Ā They cite the absence of her belongings and the lack of any trace as evidence supporting this theory.1
š§„ Clues and Leads: The Raincoat Mystery
A black raincoat with visible stains was recovered near Mawkma Road in Sohra.Ā Forensic analysis is underway to determine if the stains are blood and whether the coat belongs to Sonam.Ā This discovery adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.Ā
š The Last Call: A Mother's Intuition
On May 23, Sonam made a call to her mother-in-law, mentioning they were trekking to a waterfall and that she wouldn't break her religious fast.Ā Her voice sounded breathless, and the call ended abruptly.Ā This was the last time anyone heard from her.Ā
š§āāļø Family Demands CBI Probe
Raja's family is demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe, alleging that local authorities are not taking the case seriously.Ā They claim police work limited hours and are not making genuine efforts to find Sonam alive.Ā The family insists that the investigation be handed over to the CBI and the search operation be conducted by the Army.Ā
š”ļø MediaFx Opinion: A Call for Justice and Safety
This tragic incident highlights the vulnerabilities tourists face and the urgent need for better safety measures in remote areas.Ā The alleged negligence by local authorities underscores systemic issues in law enforcement.Ā It's imperative that the government ensures swift justice and implements policies to protect travelers, especially in regions bordering other countries.Ā The working class and common people deserve safety and justice, regardless of where they are.
