Disha Salian case: Bombay high court orders CBI probe into Sushant Singh Rajput’s ex-manager’s death - The Times of India

**Bombay High Court Orders CBI Probe into Death of Disha Salian, Former Manager of Late Actor Sushant Singh Rajput**

The Bombay High Court on Thursday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the probe into the death of Disha Salian, a 27‑year‑old former manager of the late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput. The bench, headed by Justice N.V. Ramana, ruled that the case required an “independent and impartial investigation” after reviewing a petition filed by Salian’s family and concerns raised by Rajput’s kin that the Mumbai Police investigation was inadequate. The court emphasized that “no one can be made an accused unless the investigation is thorough, unbiased, and follows due‑process,” echoing language used in prior directives related to the Rajput family’s broader legal battles.

Salient facts of the case have been recapped by the court: Salian was found dead on a railway track near Mumbai on February 23, 2022, a circumstance that the police initially classified as a suicide. However, her relatives and Rajput’s mother, Sunita Rajput, have consistently alleged that the death could involve foul play and that crucial evidence, including a “mysterious” mobile phone and possible threats, had been overlooked. The High Court ordered the CBI to re‑examine forensic reports, digital footprints, and any links to alleged “political” or “commercial” pressures that may have influenced the original inquiry, and to submit a detailed report within six weeks.

The directive arrives amid a series of high‑profile legal interventions surrounding Rajput’s untimely demise in June 2020, which sparked nationwide debate over celebrity‑management contracts, mental‑health awareness, and the role of law enforcement. While the CBI’s involvement signals a higher level of scrutiny, the court cautioned that the investigation must respect procedural safeguards and avoid “premature conclusions.” As the case moves forward, both Salian’s family and the Rajput household are watching closely, hoping that an impartial probe will bring closure and clarity to the lingering questions surrounding the tragic deaths of two young professionals in the Indian entertainment industry.

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