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Crime
CBI Assigned to Probe Six-Year-Old Disha Saliyan Murder Case After Court Order
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 10:35 AM
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The Bombay High Court has ordered the CBI to investigate the six‑year‑old murder case of Disha Saliyan, with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis noting the probe began late.
The Bombay High Court has taken up the long‑standing murder case of 23‑year‑old Disha Saliyan, directing the Central Bureau of Investigation to lead the inquiry. The case, which has been in public view for six years, concerns the unexplained death of the young woman whose family has repeatedly sought a thorough probe.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis commented on the court’s order, saying the investigation was initiated later than it should have been. He expressed hope that a CBI‑led probe will bring clarity and justice to the matter.
The CBI is now expected to file a detailed report on the circumstances surrounding Saliyan’s death, reviewing evidence collected over the years and identifying any lapses in the earlier investigations. The court’s directive underscores the demand for a transparent and independent review.
Stakeholders, including the victim’s relatives and local activists, have welcomed the development, urging the agency to act swiftly. The outcome of the CBI’s inquiry will likely shape public perception of law‑enforcement efficacy in high‑profile cases in Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis commented on the court’s order, saying the investigation was initiated later than it should have been. He expressed hope that a CBI‑led probe will bring clarity and justice to the matter.
The CBI is now expected to file a detailed report on the circumstances surrounding Saliyan’s death, reviewing evidence collected over the years and identifying any lapses in the earlier investigations. The court’s directive underscores the demand for a transparent and independent review.
Stakeholders, including the victim’s relatives and local activists, have welcomed the development, urging the agency to act swiftly. The outcome of the CBI’s inquiry will likely shape public perception of law‑enforcement efficacy in high‑profile cases in Maharashtra.