Murder in Delhi: Young woman preparing for UPSC found dead

April 22, 2026

New Delhi: The body of a 21-year-old woman was found in her home in the Kailash Hills area of ​​Delhi on Wednesday morning. According to police, preliminary investigations indicate that she was strangulated to death.

Suspected murder with a mobile charger wire

As the investigation progressed, police reported that the woman was likely murdered with a mobile charger wire. The deceased is said to be the daughter of a civil servant.

Former domestic worker suspected

Police suspect a former domestic worker, who was fired about a month and a half ago, may be involved in the crime. The accused is currently absconding, and teams have been formed to search for him.

Was preparing for UPSC, investigation ongoing

It is reported that the woman had completed her engineering studies and was preparing for the UPSC exam. Police are also investigating the sexual assault angle, although the postmortem report is awaited.