Delhi UPSC Murder Case: Forensic Student Amrita Chauhan, Disowned by Family, Accused of Killing Partner Ramkesh Meena

A chilling new detail has emerged in the Delhi UPSC aspirant murder case that has shocked the national capital. Court documents now reveal that Amrita Chauhan, the 21-year-old forensic science student accused of killing her live-in partner, was disowned by her family more than a year before the crime. Her parents had issued a public notice on July 8, 2024, formally severing ties — a copy of which is now part of the court’s evidence file.

A Murder That Stunned Delhi

The case involves the brutal killing of UPSC aspirant Ramkesh Meena, whose charred body was discovered earlier this month in a burnt apartment in Gandhi Vihar, North Delhi. What was initially thought to be an accidental fire has since been exposed as a planned murder, allegedly executed by Amrita with the help of her ex-boyfriend Sumit Kashyap and his friend Sandeep Kumar, both from Moradabad.

The Victim and the Accused

According to investigators, Amrita, a BSc Forensic Science student, had been living with Meena since May this year. Their relationship took a dark turn when she allegedly found out that Meena had secretly recorded her private moments on camera and refused to delete the videos despite repeated pleas.

The Alleged Murder Plot

Police say Amrita then reached out to her former boyfriend, Sumit, sharing her ordeal and anger. Sumit reportedly offered to help “teach him a lesson” and involved his friend Sandeep in the plan. The trio allegedly travelled from Moradabad to Delhi on the night of October 5-6, with the intent to confront Meena — an act that escalated into murder.

CCTV Footage Reveals the Sequence

CCTV footage recovered from the building shows two masked men entering Meena’s flat, followed shortly by a woman identified as Amrita. Around 2:57 am, the footage shows Amrita and one of the men leaving the building. Minutes later, a massive explosion ripped through the flat, setting it ablaze and killing Meena on the spot.

Crime Scene Disguised as Accident

Investigations later revealed that the blast was deliberately triggered to make the murder look accidental. DCP (North) Raja Banthia stated, “The accused strangled Meena, poured ghee, oil, and alcohol on his body, and then opened the gas cylinder valve to ignite the fire. They locked the flat from inside through a small hole in the gate to make it appear like an accident.”

Forensic Knowledge Used for Cover-Up

Police say Amrita’s forensic background played a key role in how the crime was staged. Her understanding of burn patterns and evidence handling allegedly helped her plan a scene that could confuse investigators. However, her digital footprint — phone location, call records, and CCTV presence — betrayed her plan.

The Investigation Breakthrough

Initially, police believed the fire was caused by an air-conditioner malfunction. But inconsistencies in burn marks, coupled with the discovery of Amrita’s phone near the crime site, led to deeper scrutiny. She was arrested on October 18, and during interrogation, she confessed to plotting the murder with Sumit and Sandeep. Her accomplices were later arrested on October 21 and 23, and police recovered key evidence, including a trolley bag, two mobile phones, a hard disk, and Meena’s shirt.

Family Had Disowned Her in 2024

Adding a psychological dimension to the case, Amrita’s parents’ 2024 newspaper advertisement formally cutting ties has become part of the charge sheet. Family sources claim she had distanced herself after a series of personal disputes. Her family has since declined to comment, saying they had “no connection with her life or actions.”

Fascination With Crime Shows

Investigators believe Amrita’s obsession with crime-based web series and her academic exposure to forensic science gave her a misplaced confidence that she could execute a “perfect murder.” However, digital evidence and her own admissions quickly shattered that illusion.

Conclusion

The Delhi UPSC murder case exposes the disturbing intersection of intellect, emotion, and revenge. What began as a dispute between two young individuals spiraled into one of the most gruesome crimes of the year. As the investigation progresses, the story of Amrita Chauhan — a forensic student once devoted to solving crimes, now accused of committing one — serves as a grim reminder of how knowledge without conscience can turn destructive.