NEW DELHI — The High Court has granted permission for a second post-mortem examination in the Twisha Sharma death case, to be conducted by a medical panel from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. The decision comes as the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death continues to draw legal scrutiny.
In a significant development, the accused husband has withdrawn his bail application before the court, according to reports. The decision to allow a fresh autopsy is expected to provide additional forensic clarity in the case, which has attracted considerable attention from legal experts and rights activists.
Second autopsies are typically ordered when there are questions about the initial post-mortem findings or when the family or investigating authorities seek further medical evidence. The involvement of AIIMS Delhi, one of the country's premier medical institutions, indicates the case's sensitivity and the need for an authoritative forensic assessment.
The withdrawal of the bail plea by the husband suggests a shift in legal strategy, though the specific reasons behind this move remain unclear. Courts in India routinely allow for supplementary medical examinations in complex cases where the cause of death or circumstances require expert revalidation. The fresh autopsy report is expected to play a crucial role in determining the course of the investigation and subsequent legal proceedings.