The Central Bureau of Investigation has alleged that 24-year-old Twisha Sharma was subjected to sustained mental cruelty by her husband, Samarth Singh, and mother-in-law, Giribala Singh, before her death.
According to the CBI chargesheet, the alleged psychological harassment included verbal abuse, humiliation and repeated domestic disputes. Investigators have alleged that Giribala Singh supported her son’s conduct and did not adequately respond when Twisha raised concerns about her treatment.
The allegations form part of the prosecution’s case and have yet to be tested during trial.
CBI cites communications and counselling records
The agency’s investigation reportedly relied on a range of material, including WhatsApp conversations, phone records, counselling documents, witness statements, CCTV footage and a forensic psychological assessment.
According to the chargesheet, Twisha communicated with family members and relatives about her emotional state and the difficulties she was allegedly experiencing in her marriage. Investigators have also referred to her reported wish to leave the matrimonial home and look for employment outside Bhopal.
The CBI has used these communications, along with other evidence, to reconstruct the circumstances preceding her death.
Pregnancy reportedly became a source of tension
The chargesheet also refers to Twisha’s pregnancy in April 2026.
According to the agency, she was uncertain about continuing the pregnancy amid the alleged marital tensions and subsequently decided to terminate it. Investigators have alleged that the decision became another point of disagreement between Twisha, her husband and her in-laws.
The CBI has cited conversations and calls in which Twisha allegedly discussed her distress with people close to her.
Counselling sessions form part of the investigation
The investigation also examined counselling sessions involving the couple.
During one reported consultation, Samarth allegedly told a psychiatrist that he and Twisha consumed marijuana. The counsellor reportedly advised him to listen more actively to his wife, exercise patience and spend more time with her.
The CBI has included the counselling material among the evidence it says helps establish the circumstances of the relationship before Twisha’s death.
Agency alleges dispute over investments
Financial disagreements have also featured in the chargesheet.
According to the CBI’s allegations, Twisha was pressured to move investments worth approximately ₹20 lakh from her demat account into a joint account with Samarth. The agency says she refused, after which she allegedly faced further psychological harassment.
The chargesheet also contains allegations concerning Divya Singh, identified as the former wife of Giribala Singh’s elder son, Siddharth. Investigators have reportedly alleged that Divya too experienced mental cruelty within her marriage, including alleged pressure related to having children and her employment.
Medical examinations found death due to hanging
The CBI has referred to the findings of medical examinations conducted after Twisha’s death.
According to the chargesheet, the initial post-mortem at AIIMS Bhopal and a subsequent examination by an AIIMS Delhi medical board concluded that the cause of death was ante-mortem hanging.
The examinations reportedly did not identify injuries indicating an assault before death.
CBI investigation is still continuing
The agency has charged Samarth Singh and Giribala Singh under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita relating to alleged abetment and common intention.
However, the investigation has not yet concluded completely. According to the chargesheet, forensic reports relating to Twisha’s iPhone, CCTV DVR and voice samples were still awaited.
The allegations contained in a chargesheet represent the prosecution’s case and are not a judicial finding of guilt. The accused remain entitled to defend themselves, and the evidence and allegations will be examined through the court process.
The case is therefore likely to remain under scrutiny as the investigation and subsequent legal proceedings progress.
