Pregnancy Pressure, Hidden Chats, Unexplained Injuries: What CBI Found Against Giribala Singh?

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested retired judge Giribala Singh in connection with the death case of Twisha Sharma after nearly 10 hours of questioning conducted over three days. Investigators examined multiple aspects of the case, including allegations of harassment, evidence tampering, pregnancy-related pressure, and injuries reportedly found on Twisha’s body. The arrest followed detailed spot verification and forensic mapping and analysis of digital records by the agency. Giribala Singh’s son, Samarth Singh, who is Twisha Sharma’s husband, is already in judicial custody in connection with the same case.

The action against Giribala Singh came a day after the Madhya Pradesh High Court cancelled her anticipatory bail and set aside the relief earlier granted by a Bhopal sessions court on May 15. According to officials, CBI officers reached her residence at around 10:30 am and questioned her for several hours before formally arresting her in the evening. The agency reportedly focused on inconsistencies between statements given by the accused and the digital evidence collected during the course of the investigation, including electronic communication and witness testimonies.

Investigators questioned Giribala Singh on allegations that Twisha Sharma faced mental and physical harassment after marriage. The CBI also sought clarification regarding claims made by Twisha’s family that she was allegedly pressured to terminate her pregnancy. Officials asked whether discussions related to the pregnancy had taken place within the family and whether Twisha had expressed emotional stress, fear, or mental pressure due to the family environment. Investigators further questioned whether Giribala Singh had ignored or supported any form of harassment directed toward Twisha.

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The agency also examined claims regarding six alleged ante-mortem injuries found on Twisha Sharma’s body, including marks on her arm, finger, and head. CBI officers reportedly asked Giribala Singh how those injuries occurred and whether she was present when any of them were caused. Investigators additionally sought explanations about why the injuries allegedly did not match injuries that could have resulted from post-death handling of the body. The questioning also included queries regarding possible attempts to hide, alter, or remove digital evidence linked to the investigation.

Another key area of investigation involved WhatsApp chats, call records, and other digital communications collected by the agency. Officials asked Giribala Singh to explain the contents of conversations recovered during the investigation and questioned her regarding alleged contradictions between her earlier statements and the electronic evidence. The CBI also referred to witness statements recorded since May 13, including testimonies that reportedly accused Giribala Singh and her son of cruelty and harassment toward Twisha Sharma during her marriage.

Giribala Singh is facing multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, including Section 80(2) related to dowry death, Section 85 concerning cruelty by husband or relatives, and Section 3(5) dealing with acts committed in furtherance of common intention. She has also been charged under Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961. The case has attracted significant public attention due to the involvement of a retired judge and the serious nature of the allegations surrounding Twisha Sharma’s death. The investigation remains ongoing as the CBI continues to examine digital records, witness accounts, and forensic evidence connected to the case.

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