Disha Salian Case: Plea for Court-Monitored Probe Registered; Hearing on Nov 18
A plea for a court-monitored probe in the Disha Salian case has been registered by the CBI court. Hearing set for Nov 18.
In a significant turn of events surrounding the Disha Salian case probe, a CBI court has registered an application seeking a court-monitored investigation into the death of the talent manager. Advocate Nilesh Ojha, representing the interests of the victim's side, confirmed that the court has accepted the plea and scheduled a hearing for November 18.
Allegations of Investigation Lapses
Advocate Ojha has raised serious concerns regarding the handling of the case, asserting that it is not a simple death but a case of "gang-rape and murder." He pointed out a critical failure in the investigative process, claiming that despite six years having passed, the statements of three vital witnesses were not recorded within the mandatory 60-day window.
Citing Supreme Court precedents, Ojha explained that when such lapses occur, the victim's side has the legal right to request that the court directly monitor the investigation to ensure transparency and accountability. After presenting these directives, the CBI court registered the matter for further deliberation.
High-Profile Names and Digital Evidence
The legal battle has now brought several prominent names into the spotlight. According to Advocate Ojha, information regarding mobile location data and other details pertaining to high-profile individuals has been submitted to the court following orders from the High Court. Those mentioned include:
- Aaditya Thackeray
- Dino Morea
- Sooraj Pancholi
Furthermore, the advocate alleged that digital communication trails have been recovered, specifically mentioning chats between Rhea Chakraborty and Aaditya Thackeray. He has urged authorities to scrutinize all available records thoroughly to ensure the safety of women and align with the national vision of a drug-free India.
Demands for a Mass Movement
Beyond the courtroom, the push for justice is moving toward a public campaign. Advocate Ojha announced plans to transform the demand for a comprehensive investigation into a mass movement. He has sent letters to Members of Parliament across India, urging them to use their influence to push for a full-scale CBI investigation.
A public gathering has been called for November 19 at 4:00 pm at Azad Maidan, where supporters are expected to assemble and demand a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding Salian's death.
Background of the Case
Disha Salian was found dead in Mumbai on June 8, 2020. Initially, the incident was recorded as an Accidental Death Report (ADR). Her passing occurred just days before the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, a timeline that added to the public controversy and intensity of the subsequent investigations.
Following directions from the Bombay High Court, the CBI was ordered to register a formal First Information Report (FIR) and initiate a fresh probe into the matter, which has now led to the current plea for judicial oversight.