Mumbai, March 23, 2025 – The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially concluded its inquiry into the death of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, ruling out foul play.
This conclusion comes nearly five years after the actor’s untimely death. Thereby, bringing closure to a case that gripped the nation and fuelled much discussion.
Investigation Summary
Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead at his apartment in Bandra in Mumbai on June 14, 2020.
The Mumbai Police investigated the case and found no evidence of foul play. Later, upon his father K.K. Singh’s complaint of abetment to suicide against actress Rhea Chakraborty, the Bihar Police filed a case.
The CBI was then asked to take over the investigation for independence and thoroughness.
CBI Findings
After a thorough investigation spanning several years the CBI submitted its closure report to a special court in Mumbai.
The agency said it found no evidence of poisoning or strangulation or any other foul play in Rajput’s death.
Forensic experts from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) also provided an opinion. Conclusing, that poisoning and strangulation could be ruled out.
The CBI’s findings align with the Mumbai Police’s first investigation. It underscores the conclusion that the death of Rajput was a suicide.
Effects for the Accused
The conclusion of the matter has implications for all of the accused during the investigation.
Rhea Chakraborty, who faced both media scrutiny and legal action while under investigation, has been cleared of all charges.
Chakraborty’s attorney, Senior Advocate Satish Maneshinde, said in a statement, “I laud Rhea Chakraborty, her mother and father, and their quiet strength for the last 27 months.”
This case exemplifies the pressure that people can be put under when they are in the spotlight by the media. Moreover, the public during a high-profile investigation.
Other Investigations
The CBI also examined the death of Disha Salian, Rajput’s former manager, who died a few days prior to him.
Rumors had circulated suggesting a connection between the two deaths.
The agency determined Salian’s death was accidental, and it found no intersection between either case.
This put to rest conspiracy-driven theories about a connection between the two deaths.
Response of Public and Media
The case received a lot of media attention and speculation led to a considerable amount of discussion about mental health.
The film industry’s pressures, and media involvement in high-profile investigations.
The CBI closure seeks to end speculation and promote faith in informed and evidence-based reporting.
The CBI’s conclusion into the Sushant Singh Rajput case concludes what the country endured as a lengthy investigation.
Consequently, this reaffirms the findings of prior investigations.
Subsequently, indicating there was no foul play in the actor’s tragic death.
The criminal proceedings conclude and the investigation is put to rest.
It is also a time to recognize the ramifications of media trials and the need to respect the investigative process.
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