Daijiworld Media Network - Mumbai

Mumbai, Mar 22: The Bombay High Court has scheduled a hearing on April 2 for a petition filed by Satish Salian, father of the late Disha Salian, seeking an FIR against Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray and others in connection with his daughter’s death. Aaditya Thackeray has strongly denied all allegations.

In the petition, Satish Salian alleges that his daughter hosted a party at her residence on June 8, 2020, attended by Aaditya Thackeray, actors Sooraj Pancholi, and Dino Morea. He claims that several unanswered questions remain regarding the circumstances of her death and has requested the court to direct authorities to register an FIR and conduct a fresh investigation.

The petition has also been served to former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer Sameer Wankhede through Satish Salian’s legal counsel. Wankhede’s lawyer, Advocate Faiz Merchant, has confirmed that his client will submit an affidavit in the High Court addressing the claims raised in the petition.

Sources indicate that Wankhede’s affidavit, prepared before the petition was filed, contains serious allegations that could have implications for several high-profile individuals. As part of the legal proceedings, Wankhede is expected to present key evidence from his official investigation into the cases related to Rhea Chakraborty and Aaditya Thackeray.

The court will review the case based on Satish Salian’s plea, focusing on the events leading up to Disha’s death and the potential involvement of influential figures. The upcoming hearing could play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the investigation.

Disha Salian, former manager of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, allegedly fell to her death from the 14th floor of a high-rise building in Mumbai on June 8, 2020. At the time, the Mumbai Police registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR).

Just six days later, on June 14, 2020, Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead at his Bandra residence. While the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) took over his case, the Maharashtra government formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in 2023 to probe Disha’s death.

Meanwhile, the Shiv Sena has demanded a CBI investigation into Disha Salian’s case. Party legislators have also questioned the role of former Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar, seeking clarity on whether any pressure was exerted on Disha’s family.