21 Dec, 2023
Sheena Bora, a 24-year-old woman, was the victim in the chilling murder case that unfolded in Assam. She was the daughter of Indrani Mukerjea, the wife of media executive Peter Mukerjea.
Sheena Bora was initially introduced as Indrani Mukerjea's sister, but it later emerged that she was, in fact, her daughter. The complex family dynamics and the attempt to conceal this relationship added intrigue to the case.
The murder took place on April 24, 2012, allegedly orchestrated by Indrani Mukerjea. Sheena Bora was reportedly strangled to death inside a car, and her body was later disposed of in a remote area in Raigad, Maharashtra.
After the murder, Indrani Mukerjea, along with her former husband Sanjeev Khanna and driver Shyamvar Rai, allegedly conspired to cover up the crime. They created a false narrative about Sheena's whereabouts and even sent emails pretending to be her, deceiving friends and family.
The crime remained hidden until August 2015 when Mumbai Police arrested Shyamvar Rai in an unrelated case. During interrogation, Rai confessed to his involvement in Sheena Bora's murder, leading to the discovery of the crime.
Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of Indrani Mukerjea, Sanjeev Khanna, and others involved in the cover-up. The case gained significant media attention due to its sensational nature and the involvement of high-profile individuals.
The Sheena Bora murder case went to trial, and the accused faced charges including murder, conspiracy, and destruction of evidence. The trial brought to light the intricate details of the crime, and in 2019, the Mumbai Special Court convicted Indrani Mukerjea, Sanjeev Khanna, and Shyamvar Rai for their roles in the murder.