MUMBAI — The CBI files FIR in Disha Salian death case, officially taking over the probe from local authorities. Central officers registered the case on Monday following explicit directions from the Bombay High Court.
Key Updates: CBI Files FIR in Disha Salian Death Case
- Central Bureau of Investigation officially registers a First Information Report (FIR) into celebrity manager Disha Salian’s demise.
- Decision follows landmark September 2 ruling by Bombay High Court directing federal agency takeover.
- Judiciary cited significant investigative lapses, delayed documentation, and unaddressed questions by local police.
- Father Satish Salian provided key statements to central officers requesting examination of specific individuals.
The critical update arrives nearly two weeks after the High Court instructed federal investigators to take charge. Previously, central agents requested all case files from Mumbai Police to facilitate a fresh investigation.
| Case Attribute | Official Detail |
| Primary Subject | Disha Salian (Former Manager to Sushant Singh Rajput) |
| Date of Incident | June 8, 2020 |
| Location | Malad, Mumbai |
| Investigating Agency | Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) |
| Judicial Authority | Bombay High Court |
| Previous Case Status | Accidental Death Report (ADR) |
High Court Slams Local Probe Lapses
Judges raised serious concerns regarding how local authorities handled the initial inquiry. The court noted that operating under a temporary status for six years raises serious questions.
Judges pointed out glaring discrepancies in early documentation. They highlighted delayed spot records and unresolved questions regarding physical injuries. Furthermore, authorities failed to supply post-mortem copies to immediate family members for years.
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Consequently, the High Court determined that a central agency must intervene. The bench clarified that registering an FIR does not automatically label any individual as an accused without concrete material evidence.
Background of the 2020 Incident
Disha Salian died on June 8, 2020, after falling from a 14th-floor residential building in Malad. Her death occurred just days before actor Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead in Bandra.
Local officers initially concluded her death was a suicide. However, her father, Satish Salian, filed a legal petition alleging serious foul play and demanding a thorough investigation.
| Timeline | Milestone Event |
| June 8, 2020 | Disha Salian dies in Malad, Mumbai |
| June 14, 2020 | Actor Sushant Singh Rajput found dead in Bandra |
| September 2, 2026 | Bombay High Court orders CBI probe and FIR registration |
| September 9, 2026 | CBI formally requests case records from Mumbai Police |
| September 14, 2026 | CBI files FIR in Disha Salian death case |
Strategic Shift in Federal Investigation
As the CBI files FIR in Disha Salian death case, central officers plan to review all previous forensic findings and witness statements. A senior officer will lead the dedicated team.
Family members expressed renewed confidence in the judicial process. Satish Salian noted that he submitted comprehensive statements detailing key facts to guide initial federal inquiries.
With official records handed over, investigators aim to resolve long-standing inconsistencies. The central team will determine whether evidence supports criminal charges as the formal inquiry begins.