Sushant Singh Rajput Case Closed: CBI Confirms Suicide Amid Media Frenzy and Lingering Controversies

The Final Chapter: CBI’s Closure Report Ends a Five-Year Saga

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially closed its probe into actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, concluding it was a suicide with no evidence of foul play or abetment. The report, submitted to a Mumbai court on March 22, 2025, marks the end of a turbulent investigation that polarized public opinion, fueled conspiracy theories, and derailed careers. While the findings align with the initial Mumbai Police assessment, questions about media ethics, systemic persecution, and political interference continue to haunt the narrative.

CBI ने सुशांत सिंह राजपूत मामले को बंद कर दिया है और रिया को क्लीन चिट दे दी है क्योंकि उनके खिलाफ कोई सबूत नहीं मिला।

तो फिर जिस रिया चक्रवर्ती को मीडिया ने विलेन नंबर 1 बना दिया था।
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The CBI’s Findings: A Clear Verdict Amid Chaos

Key conclusions from the closure report:

• No Abetment or Financial Fraud: The CBI found no basis for allegations against Rhea Chakraborty, Sushant Singh Rajput’s girlfriend, including charges of mental harassment or siphoning funds.
• Medical Evidence: Forensic experts from AIIMS ruled out poisoning or strangulation, confirming death by asphyxia due to hanging.
• Dual Closure Reports: Two reports were filed—one dismissing abetment claims by Sushant Singh Rajput’s father, and another rejecting Rhea’s counter-complaint against Sushant Singh Rajput’s sisters for prescribing banned medications.

Rhea Chakraborty’s Ordeal:

• 27 Days in Jail: Rhea and her brother Showik were arrested in a narcotics case linked toSushant Singh Rajput but later granted bail. Her lawyer, Satish Maneshinde, called the ordeal “untold miseries” fueled by media trials.
• Career Impact: Once a rising star, Rhea faced public vilification but has since staged a career comeback.

The Other Side: Dissent and Demands for Reopening

While the CBI’s report offers closure for some, critics argue the investigation leaves gaps:

• Disha Salian’s Case: Advocate Nilesh Ojha, representing Salian’s father, dismissed the closure report as “legally insignificant” and pushed for fresh probes involving Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray.
• Judicial Scrutiny: The Mumbai court will decide whether to accept the CBI’s findings or order further investigation.

Public Sentiment:

• Conspiracy Theories: Social media campaigns alleging murder or political cover-ups persist, reflecting distrust in institution.
• Media Accountability: Satish Maneshinde criticized outlets for perpetuating “false narratives” during the pandemic-induced news vacuum11.

Timeline of a National Obsession

1. June 14, 2020: Sushant Singh Rajput found dead in his Bandra apartment. Initial Mumbai Police probe declares suicide.
2. July 2020: Sushant Singh Rajput’s father files an FIR in Bihar, accusing Rhea of abetment and financial fraud. CBI takes over.
3. 2020–2024: NCB arrests Rhea in a drug case; AIIMS forensics confirm suicide.
4. March 2025: CBI files closure reports, ending legal proceedings.

Media’s Role: Frenzy vs. Responsibility

The case became a watershed moment for Indian media:

• TRP-Driven Sensationalism: Channels aired unverified claims, from “murder theories” to drug syndicate allegations, sidelining journalistic ethics.
• Social Media Amplification: Bots and influencers spread misinformation, deepening public polarization.
• Impact on Judiciary: Critics argue courts failed to curb procedural delays, allowing the media trial to thrive.

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