The family’s lawyer, Anurag Srivastava, expressed satisfaction with the Supreme Court’s involvement in the case of former actor-model Twisha Sharma’s death. He highlighted the family’s struggle to be heard initially and praised the court’s attention to the matter. The decision to transfer the case to the CBI by the state government was seen as a positive step.
Srivastava commended the state government’s initiative in recommending the CBI takeover, addressing the family’s concerns promptly. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta assured the court of completing all necessary formalities for the transfer expeditiously. The Supreme Court directed the CBI to initiate the investigation promptly and gather witness statements from both sides.
The court emphasized the importance of a fair investigation by the CBI to ensure justice and transparency. It instructed the CBI to collect all evidence for a neutral probe. The court also took note of statements made by the accused, Giribala Singh, in the media. The seriousness of the matter was underscored, with the court pledging close monitoring of the investigation’s progress.
Advocate Seema Samridhi Kushwaha raised concerns about the circumstances of Twisha Sharma’s death, questioning the suicide angle. She highlighted discrepancies in the events leading to Twisha’s demise and the injuries on her body. Kushwaha emphasized the need for a thorough investigation by the CBI following the Supreme Court’s directive.
