The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has recorded the statement of Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya in Dehradun in a case involving allegations of physical assault and harassment against her husband, Girdharilal Sahu.
The statement is part of the investigation into the allegations. It does not establish guilt, and the matter remains under due legal process.
Investigation moves forward
Pioneer Edge reported on 21 October 2026 that the SIT had recorded Arya’s statement and sought original documents related to the case. The available report does not specify the documents requested or provide details of the minister’s statement.
The investigation follows allegations made by Arya against Sahu. The Times of India reported on 17 October 2026 that the SIT had begun probing those allegations. Reports also said audio recordings connected with the matter had been sent to a laboratory for examination.
The available material does not disclose the contents of the recordings or any laboratory finding. It also does not state whether the SIT has completed its inquiry or submitted a final report.
Court development involving Sahu
The Times of India reported on 19 October 2026 that a court rejected Sahu’s anticipatory bail plea. The report identifies him as Arya’s husband and relates the legal development to the same case.
A rejection of anticipatory bail is a court decision on protection from arrest before arrest. It is not, by itself, a finding that the allegations have been proved. The supplied reports do not provide further details about the court’s reasoning or the next hearing.
The Hindu separately reported on 17 October 2026 that Sahu had accused Arya of amassing ₹210 crore in illegal assets. That claim is separate from the allegations of physical assault and harassment and has not been established in the material available here.
What happens next
The SIT’s request for original documents and its examination of audio recordings indicate that evidence-gathering is continuing. The available information does not identify a deadline for the investigation or confirm when the team will announce its next formal step.
The case has drawn attention because it involves a serving Uttarakhand minister and her husband. For readers, the key verified development is that Arya’s statement has been recorded while the investigation and related legal proceedings continue.
Conclusion
The SIT has recorded Rekha Arya’s statement in Dehradun in the case involving allegations against Girdharilal Sahu. Investigators have also sought original documents, while the related legal process remains ongoing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What has the SIT done in the case?
The SIT has recorded Rekha Arya’s statement and sought original documents connected with the matter.
Q. Where was Arya’s statement recorded?
Her statement was recorded in Dehradun.
Q. Who is the case related to?
The case involves allegations of physical assault and harassment against Arya’s husband, Girdharilal Sahu.
Q. Has Sahu’s anticipatory bail plea been decided?
Yes. The Times of India reported that a court rejected his anticipatory bail plea on 19 October 2026.
Q. Are audio recordings part of the investigation?
Reports said audio recordings connected with the matter had been sent to a laboratory for examination.
Q. Has the SIT completed its investigation?
The available information does not confirm that the investigation has been completed or that a final report has been submitted.
