The Madhya Pradesh High Court has permitted the parents of Twisha Sharma to conduct a second autopsy on their daughter's body, in a significant development in the ongoing investigation into her death. The court directed the state government to make arrangements for a team of doctors from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi to be flown to Bhopal to perform the procedure.
Court Order and Government's Responsibility
Justice Suresh Kumar Kait, presiding over the case, issued the order after hearing the plea filed by Twisha's parents, who expressed dissatisfaction with the initial post-mortem report. The parents alleged that the first autopsy was not conducted properly and that crucial evidence might have been overlooked. The High Court, acknowledging their concerns, instructed the Madhya Pradesh government to facilitate the second autopsy by a panel of forensic experts from AIIMS Delhi.
The state government has been tasked with ensuring that the AIIMS team arrives in Bhopal at the earliest and conducts the autopsy in a transparent manner. The court also directed that the entire process be videographed to maintain a clear record of the proceedings. Additionally, the police have been asked to provide all necessary documents and evidence related to the case to the AIIMS team.
Background of the Case
Twisha Sharma, a young woman from Bhopal, died under mysterious circumstances earlier this month. Her parents alleged that she was murdered and that the initial autopsy report failed to uncover the true cause of death. They approached the High Court seeking a second opinion, arguing that the first post-mortem was conducted in a hasty manner without proper investigation.
The case has drawn significant public attention, with many demanding a thorough investigation. The High Court's decision to allow a second autopsy is seen as a step towards ensuring justice for Twisha and her family.
The next hearing in the case is scheduled for next week, where the AIIMS team is expected to submit its preliminary findings. The court has also directed the state government to submit a compliance report on the arrangements made for the second autopsy.
