In a shocking twist of betrayal, a lawyer from Indore has accused his wife of attempted poisoning during a Shillong trip, leading to a police manhunt for her and her lover who fled with gold worth ₹42 lakh. The case, filed at Khudail police station, highlights rising matrimonial frauds and has gripped Madhya Pradesh with its dramatic revelations.
Failed Poison Plot on Shillong Hills
Bhupendra, the victim lawyer from Khudail, Indore, met Neelima via a matrimonial website in 2024. She claimed to be divorced, and they married in November that year. Soon, Neelima introduced Shubham as her "brother" or "maternal cousin," but he was her boyfriend, sharing the surname Gupta.
During their family trip to Shillong, Meghalaya, Bhupendra alleges Neelima mixed a poisonous substance in his food, making him gravely ill. She then tried to push him off a hill, but he survived. "I felt dizzy and collapsed; it was clear poisoning," Bhupendra told police.
Gold Theft and Sudden Disappearance
After the failed attempted poisoning, Neelima and Shubham vanished. She took 25 tolas of gold jewellery and cash—valued at ₹42 lakh—and never returned. On March 3, 2025, she left for Uttar Pradesh citing Holi celebrations, but traces led to Shubham.
Bhupendra grew suspicious post-trip, uncovering Neelima's divorce documents exposing Shubham's true role. She demanded ₹20,000 monthly, threatening false dowry cases or suicide when refused. Frequent WhatsApp chats and her staying in Shubham's room fueled fights.
Police Launch Technical Hunt
Khudail police station in-charge Karnisinh Shaktawat confirmed a case under relevant IPC sections for attempted poisoning, cheating, and theft. "We're tracing their mobiles, questioning contacts, and alerting UP and Meghalaya police," he said. Technical surveillance is on, with sketches circulated.
This Indore poisoning case matters now amid surging cyber-matrimonial scams in India—over 10,000 reported last year per NCRB data. Experts like criminologist Dr. Rajesh Mishra warn: "Verify backgrounds thoroughly; red flags like unexplained 'relatives' signal danger."
Practical Takeaways for Readers:
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Check divorce papers and family ties before marriage.
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Monitor unusual demands or secretive chats.
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Report suspicions immediately to avoid escalation.
Bhupendra urges caution: "Matrimonial sites need stricter checks." As the police hunt intensifies, will Neelima and Shubham be caught? Stay tuned for updates on this chilling saga.
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