Archive · 3 Jul 2025
Notices Issued Over Kamakhya Temple Remarks After Murder Case
A news anchor and the cousin of a murdered man are in trouble for saying that people are sacrificed at a famous temple.
They said this on TV, and now the police are investigating because they didn't have any proof and might have hurt religious feelings.
The police have asked them to come in for questioning, but they haven't shown up yet.
The case started because of a murder during a honeymoon, and this new issue adds another layer to the investigation.
Guwahati Police issued notices to Raja Raghuvanshi's cousin and a news anchor.
The notices were related to claims of human sacrifice at Kamakhya Temple.
The anchor and cousin allegedly made these claims without credible sources.
An FIR was filed against them for hurting religious sentiments.
The individuals were summoned but did not appear for the probe.
- Who
- A news anchor and Shrishti Raghuvanshi, cousin of Raja Raghuvanshi.
- What
- Notices issued to individuals over remarks about human sacrifice at a temple.
- When
- Summons were issued on June 23 and 24.
- Where
- Guwahati, Meghalaya, and Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- For allegedly making false statements about Kamakhya Temple and potentially inciting unrest.
News Anchor/Cousin
Guwahati Police
Temple Remarks
News Anchor/Cousin
Made unverified claims about human sacrifice at Kamakhya Temple.
Guwahati Police
The accusations are damaging the sanctity of a revered religious site and can incite unrest.
- Victim
- Raja Raghuvanshi
- Accused
- News anchor and Shrishti Raghuvanshi
- Location of incident
- Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati
- Crime Branch FIR
- Sections 196(2), 299, and 302 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Primary Accusation
- Making claims of human sacrifice without credible sources