Ex-Judge Giribala Singh, Twisha Sharma’s Mother-In-Law, Arrested By CBI

Giribala Singh – the mother-in-law of Twisha Sharma, who was allegedly found hanging at her marital home earlier this month – was arrested on Thursday in Bhopal by the CBI.

CBI officials reached Giribala Singh’s residence at around 10:30 am and questioned her for several hours before formally arresting her at around 5:10 pm.

During today’s investigation, the CBI also carried out a detailed forensic examination at the residence using a high-intensity 3D camera, recording of the entire premises and scanned nearby locations to determine whether the alleged incident spot was visible from neighbouring terraces or balconies.

Giribala Singh is facing grave charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, including: Section 80(2), for dowry death; Section 85, Cruelty to a woman by her husband or relatives; Section 3(5), acts done by several persons in furtherance of a common intention. Additionally, she has been charged under Sections 3 and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961.(UPDATED ON 28TH MAY 2026)