The murder investigation of Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya has taken a serious new turn. What initially appeared to be a love triangle murder now reveals links to a suspected hawala operation, involving Sonam Raghuvanshi’s brother, Govind Raghuvanshi.
Brother Under Suspicion
According to police sources, Govind Raghuvanshi has now come under the scanner of the Indore Crime Branch. He was recently summoned for questioning. Officials suspect that the murder may not have been driven purely by personal reasons but might be linked to illegal financial activities, especially hawala transactions.
Torn Rs 10 Note Becomes Key Evidence
Investigators discovered images of torn ₹10 notes on the mobile phone of Raj Kushwaha, believed to be Sonam Raghuvanshi’s boyfriend. These torn notes reportedly acted as coded signals in hawala transactions—used to authenticate illegal cash deals worth lakhs of rupees.
Raj Kushwaha Confesses to Hawala Involvement
During interrogation, Raj Kushwaha admitted that he, along with Sonam and Govind, was actively involved in hawala operations. These shady deals were allegedly routed through the bank accounts of a relative, Jitendra Raghuvanshi, where suspicious deposits and withdrawals up to ₹14 lakh were uncovered.
Money Laundering Angle Under ED’s Radar
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has now joined the probe. The Indore Crime Branch has handed over key documents, mobile data, and details of the cash transactions to the ED. The agency is now exploring possible money laundering angles, given the scale and secrecy of the alleged financial activity.
Business Front for Hawala?
Govind’s company, Shri Balaji Actorio, which deals in plywood and laminates, is now suspected of being a front for hawala dealings. Police have raided his office and warehouse, seizing several suspicious documents for further examination.
Additionally, investigators have begun questioning Govind’s employees to determine their knowledge or possible role in the suspected network.
Govind Distances Himself From Sonam
While Govind has publicly claimed to have cut ties with his sister Sonam, officials believe the business connections and transactions paint a different picture. Law enforcement is closely monitoring his business activities and financial links.
Conclusion: Case Getting More Complex
What started as a possible crime of passion has now developed into a multi-layered investigation involving hawala, coded currency clues, and suspected laundering of lakhs of rupees. With multiple agencies involved, the mystery behind the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi is deepening, and more shocking revelations are likely to surface soon.
