Mobile connectivity via smartphones temporarily halted in Bhiwani and Charkhi Dadri, Haryana, due to a teacher's homicide.
In the small village of Singhani, Haryana, the murder of 19-year-old school teacher Manisha has sparked widespread public outrage and protests. The investigation into her death has now been handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to ensure impartiality, following demands from Manisha’s family and the local community [2][4][5].
Manisha's body was discovered in a field on August 13, 2025, after she had gone missing on August 11 [1][3]. Her family and villagers have been vocally protesting, demanding the arrest of the perpetrators and alleging police negligence during the initial investigation. The Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, has ordered the transfer of the local Superintendent of Police and the suspension of five policemen associated with the case due to mishandling, but opposition parties have criticized these steps as insufficient [1].
The police found a suicide note in Manisha's possession, but her father has expressed dissatisfaction with the police findings, calling for justice [6]. Video surveillance showed Manisha buying insecticide, but the viscera sample from the autopsy showed poison in her body, suggesting foul play [3][7]. The autopsy report, however, ruled out any foul play in Manisha's death [8].
The villagers threatened to stage a dharna for justice for Manisha's family, and the community continues to demand swift justice [9]. The Haryana government temporarily suspended mobile internet and SMS services in Bhiwani and nearby areas during the protests, but these curbs were lifted by August 21 after a review [4].
The key recent developments and current status are:
- The case is now under investigation by the CBI to ensure impartiality, as demanded by Manisha’s family and local community [2][4][5].
- Manisha’s funeral was held on August 21, 2025, after her family refused to hold the funeral until the accused were arrested [4].
- The Haryana government has taken administrative action against police officials for their initial response and investigation lapses [1].
- The investigation is ongoing, with authorities conducting a detailed probe under CBI supervision, though no public announcement of arrests or final conclusions has been made yet [2][4][5].
As the investigation continues, the community in Bhiwani and neighbouring Charkhi Dadri districts awaits justice for Manisha.
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