The mysterious death of an Assamese woman in Rishikesh has sparked public outrage and prompted a formal investigation. Twenty-five-year-old Rosmita Hojai, a resident of Dima Hasao district in Assam, had traveled to Uttarakhand for a brief visit after appearing in a Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) exam in Delhi. Authorities discovered her body on June 10, five days after she went missing.
The case has drawn national attention, especially from officials in Assam who are pressing for answers. Rosmita’s sudden disappearance and the unclear circumstances around her death have left many demanding justice.
Rosmita’s Last Journey: Timeline and Circumstances
Events Leading to the Tragedy
Rosmita arrived in Rishikesh on June 5 with two acquaintances. On June 6, she vanished from the Shivpuri area without explanation. Her friends claimed she had gone for a walk near the Ganga but never returned. Multiple search efforts followed, yet it wasn’t until June 10 that her body surfaced near the Phoolchatti area.
Officials noted that her body showed no signs of external injuries. Initial reports suggested suicide, citing alleged personal stress. However, the absence of a suicide note and discrepancies in the timeline raised serious doubts.
Government Orders Probe into Assamese Woman Death in Rishikesh
Assam Chief Minister Steps In
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reacted swiftly to the news. He wrote to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, urging him to initiate a full and transparent investigation. In response, CM Dhami ordered a detailed probe, assuring that no angle would be ignored.
Sarma posted on social media: “We are deeply disturbed by the death of Rosmita Hojai. I’ve spoken to CM Dhami and requested a thorough investigation. We must ensure justice is served.”
The Assamese woman death in Rishikesh has since become a statewide concern, with widespread public support behind Rosmita’s family.
Public Reaction and Civil Society Demands
Rosmita’s death has triggered candlelight vigils and silent protests across Assam, especially in Dima Hasao and Guwahati. Civil society groups argue that foul play hasn’t been ruled out and that investigators must pursue all leads.
Posts on social media with the hashtag #JusticeForRosmita are gaining momentum. Local media outlets like NorthEast Live TV have reported growing anger over the delayed and ambiguous handling of the case.
Key Issues That Raise Suspicion
Multiple inconsistencies have led to skepticism. Why was there no suicide note? Why were there no clear alerts issued during the five-day search? And why were her companions not detained for further questioning?
While the post-mortem results are awaited, forensic teams have already been tasked with collecting data from the area where she was last seen. The probe will also include interviews with her travel companions, review of surveillance footage, and phone records.
Justice Must Prevail
Rosmita’s death must not become another cold statistic. Transparency in the ongoing investigation is crucial—not only for her family but also for every citizen who values justice and safety.
A Tragedy That Demands Answers
The Assamese woman death in Rishikesh is more than just a police file. It reflects gaps in how sudden deaths of young women, especially from minority regions, are investigated. The people of Assam, and India at large, deserve clarity.
For background updates, refer to Times of India’s report.
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