GUWAHATI — A somber atmosphere has descended upon the Hatigaon area of Guwahati following the suspicious death of a 28-year-old woman late Sunday night, April 26, 2026. Local authorities have moved swiftly, detaining the woman’s husband after family members leveled serious allegations of foul play, specifically claiming she was lethally poisoned.

The deceased, identified as Rumi Kalita, was reportedly found in a state of distress by neighbors who heard a commotion coming from the couple's apartment. According to police sources, Rumi was rushed to a nearby private hospital but was declared brought dead upon arrival.

The situation escalated quickly when Rumi's parents arrived at the hospital. They alleged that their daughter had been subjected to ongoing domestic harassment and claimed that her husband, Manas Jyoti Baruah, had administered a toxic substance following a heated argument.

The Guwahati Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Manas were picked up from his residence early Monday morning for questioning. While no formal charges have been filed yet, he remains in police custody as a "person of interest."

"We are currently in the preliminary stages of the investigation," stated a senior official from the Hatigaon Police Station. "The body has been sent to the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) for a post-mortem examination. The viscera samples will be critical in determining if any poisonous substance was present."

Neighbors described the couple as generally quiet but noted that "loud disagreements" had become more frequent over the last two months. Relatives of the deceased have urged the police to conduct a thorough sweep of the residence, believing that evidence of the poison may still be on the premises.

As the city waits for the forensic report, the case has reignited local discussions regarding domestic safety and the legal protections available to women in distress. Police have assured the family that a "transparent and rigorous" investigation is underway to uncover the truth behind Rumi's final hours.