Meghalaya Murder 'Mastermind' Raj Kushwaha Employee Of Sonam Raghuvanshi? What Victim Raja's Brother Says

In a startling claim that adds a new layer to the mystery surrounding the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, the brother of victim Raja Raghuvanshi has alleged that the alleged mastermind, Raj Kushwaha, was not just an acquaintance but an employee of Sonam Raghuvanshi.

Speaking to ANI, Vipul Raghuvanshi said, “Raj Kushwaha was Sonam’s employee. They would constantly talk on the phone.” He further hinted at a possible deeper connection, adding, “Raj Kushwaha’s name has come forward, which means Sonam can be involved in the murder.”

Expressing disbelief over the turn of events, Vipul said, “Both of them were happy when their marriage was fixed. We never thought Sonam would do something like this.” He added that while he had never met Kushwaha, he had heard his name in connection with Sonam.

Vipul also questioned the couple’s travel plans, pointing out inconsistencies. “They were only supposed to go to Assam to offer prayers at Maa Kamakhya Temple. After that, they said they were heading to Shillong. We don’t know who out of the two planned their visit to Meghalaya. They did not book any return tickets.”

"The Meghalaya government is not lying about the involvement of others," he added.

The Meghalaya Police have identified three key suspects in the honeymoon murder case - two attackers and the alleged mastermind. According to officials, Raj Kushwaha has been named the mastermind, who reportedly remained in constant contact with Sonam Raghuvanshi throughout the events leading up to the murder. Authorities are investigating if Kushwaha is Sonam's boyfriend.

The police have identified the other two attackers as Anand and Vicky Thakur. A crucial question now is whether these are the same three men last seen with Sonam and Raja Raghuvanshi in Meghalaya.

Tourist guide Albert Pde had earlier revealed that the couple was last seen with three unidentified men on May 23 - the day they went missing. He reported seeing the group ascend over 3,000 steps from Nongriat to Mawlakhiat around 10 am. According to him, the men accompanying the couple were conversing in Hindi, showing they were not locals.

Albert also confirmed that he had offered his services to Sonam and Raja on May 22 for a trek to the living root bridge in Nongriat. However, the couple declined and opted for another guide instead.

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