Sunanda Pushkar, the wife of Indian politician Shashi Tharoor, met a tragic end in January 2014. Her death sparked a web of conspiracy theories and stories. Investigators are still unsure about what really happened to her.
The Timeline before the tragic death of Sunanda Pushkar
Let’s rewind what happened before the tragic death of Sunanda Pushkar:
- January 16, 2014: Sunanda and Pakistani Journalist Mehr Tarar argued on Twitter about Shashi Tharoor’s alleged cheating.
- January 17, 2014: Sunanda was found dead in a Delhi hotel room.
- January 19, 2014: AIIMS confirmed her death as sudden and unnatural, noting injuries on her body.
- January 21, 2014: The sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) attributed her death to poisoning.
- January 23, 2014: The Delhi Police crime branch took over the investigation.
- January 25, 2014: The case was transferred back to the South District Police.
Conspiracy theories:
- Some people think Sunanda’s death is linked to issues in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and connections to shady people.
- People also say Sunanda and Tharoor had problems in their marriage, which raised some suspicions.
- Others think Mehr Tarar’s involvement as an ‘other woman’ caused jealousy and emotional problems.
Forensic Drama and Allegations behind Sunanda’s Death
- Tests found a drug called Alprazolam in Sunanda’s body, making people wonder how it got there.
- Both AIIMS and the FBI said they found the drug, which makes the investigation more complicated.
- Some people said there was pressure on experts to change the autopsy reports, making people doubt the investigation.
The Verdict of Unsolved Murder of Sunanda Pushkar
In January 2015, Delhi Police Commissioner BS Bassi said, “Sunanda’s death was a murder, not suicide.” However, the case still remains unsolved, leaving people with questions and uncertainty in mind.
Video link of 2014 reports by India today:
Sunanda Pushkar’s death remains a puzzle, with many theories but no clear answers. Despite investigations and allegations, we lack concrete evidence to understand what really happened to her. Until new information comes to light, the mystery of her unsolved murder will linger, leaving people unsettled and justice incomplete.
Mallika Sadhu is a journalist committed to revealing the raw, unfiltered truth. Mallika's work is grounded in a dedication to transparency and integrity, aiming to present clear and impactful stories that matter. Through comprehensive reporting and honest storytelling, she strives to contribute to provide narratives that genuinely inform and engage. When not dwelling in the world of journalism, she is immersed in the colors of her canvas and pages of her journal.
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