KKN Gurugram Desk | In a shocking revelation that has stunned the city, a 22-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her in-laws and buried in a 12-foot-deep pit right outside their house in Roshan Nagar, Faridabad. The crime, hidden for nearly two months, came to light after persistent suspicion by the victim’s family led to a fresh investigation. On Friday morning, police recovered the woman’s decomposed body using earthmoving machinery.

This gruesome case, now under investigation as a premeditated murder, has raised serious questions about domestic violence, delayed police action, and the brutal means used to cover up the crime.

Timeline of the Crime: Murder Disguised as Disappearance

According to police reports, the victim, Tannu Rajput, was a resident of Kheda locality in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. She had been married to Arun, a resident of Roshan Nagar, Palla area in Faridabad, since May 19, 2023. Arun worked at his father’s garment shop, and Tannu had reportedly studied up to class 10.

Trouble began shortly after the wedding. Tensions between the couple escalated, with frequent quarrels forcing Tannu to return to her maternal home multiple times. On April 23, 2025, her in-laws informed her family that she had left the house on her own and had not returned. This led the local police to register a missing person case, but no further progress was made for weeks.

However, the victim’s family, especially her brother, refused to believe the story. Around 20 days ago, the family approached DCP Central Usha and urged for a deeper investigation, citing suspicion of foul play by the in-laws.

Breakthrough in the Case: Body Recovered After Two Months

On June 20, 2025, nearly two months after the woman was last seen, the Faridabad police acted on the family’s complaint and reopened the case. Investigating officers received credible inputs that led them to suspect the backyard of the victim’s in-laws’ house in Roshan Nagar.

A mechanized excavation was carried out in the narrow street in front of the house. At a depth of approximately 12 feet, the partially decomposed body of Tannu Rajput was found, confirming the worst fears of the family.

A murder case was immediately registered under relevant sections of the IPC, and the victim’s father-in-law was taken into custody. The husband, Arun, is currently absconding, and police have launched a manhunt to track him down.

“Inspired by Drishyam”: Victim’s Family Alleges Planned Cover-up

In a shocking statement, the victim’s brother alleged that the murder may have been inspired by the Bollywood thriller “Drishyam”, in which the protagonists bury a body to erase evidence. According to him, the in-laws carefully orchestrated the burial, hoping to mislead authorities and present it as a disappearance.

“This was not a sudden act of violence. It was a cold-blooded, pre-planned murder. They tried to recreate a film plot to cover their crime,” said the grieving brother, demanding strict punishment for all involved.

Police Investigation and Legal Action Underway

Police officials confirmed that the body has been sent for forensic examination and a post-mortem report will help ascertain the exact cause and time of death. Senior officers have termed the case “highly sensitive,” and say multiple angles are being investigated, including dowry harassment, domestic abuse, and premeditated conspiracy.

DCP Usha stated, “We are taking the matter very seriously. Based on the family’s complaint and initial evidence, we are treating this as a murder case. Further arrests will be made soon.”

The victim’s parents have demanded that all family members involved be booked and the case be fast-tracked for justice.

Shocking Rise in Domestic Violence Cases

This Faridabad woman murder case is yet another grim addition to the rising list of crimes against women in India. According to NCRB data, domestic violence and dowry-related harassment continue to claim lives across states, despite stricter laws and growing awareness.

Women’s rights activists have condemned the incident and called for a detailed investigation into how the local police initially handled the case. “Two months of inaction allowed the accused to hide crucial evidence. This speaks volumes about the gaps in our system,” said a local NGO worker.

Key Developments in the Roshan Nagar Murder Case:

Public Reaction and Call for Justice

The case has triggered a wave of outrage in Faridabad and surrounding regions. Many locals gathered outside the house in Roshan Nagar as the body was being recovered, demanding that the guilty be punished without delay.

The hashtag #JusticeForTannu began trending on local social media networks on Friday evening, as more people learned about the horrifying details.

The Roshan Nagar murder case is a chilling reminder of how deep-rooted domestic violence and gender-based crimes can be masked under layers of family honor and falsehoods. As the investigation unfolds, this case will likely test the resolve of law enforcement agencies and the justice system to act swiftly and fairly.

KKN Live will continue to follow this case closely and bring you verified updates.