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Couple held for killing retired RBI employee in New Delhi's Mandir Marg
A husband and wife were arrested within 24 hours of the killing of a 63-year-old retired RBI employee in Mandir Marg, New Delhi. The victim, Madho Ram, was stabbed after he refused to lend money, and investigators say the couple confessed and attempted to destroy evidence.
Why It Matters
The case highlights rapid police response, the use of forensic and CCTV evidence in urban crime investigations, and issues around lending and violence.
Timeline
5 Events
Ongoing investigation and background details
April 20, 2026
Police said further investigation is underway to recover additional evidence and establish the complete sequence of events. Azad works as a tailor and resides in the Gole Market area of New Delhi.
Confession and evidence disposal attempt disclosed
April 20, 2026
During interrogation, Azad confessed to the crime. Rubina disclosed that she washed Azad's blood-stained clothes after the incident in an attempt to destroy evidence.
Couple arrested within 24 hours
April 20, 2026
Azad alias Jaaju, a tailor, and his wife Rubina were apprehended within 24 hours of the crime in connection with the murder.
Police initiate investigation; forensic and CCTV review
April 20, 2026
Police formed multiple teams and conducted a detailed forensic inspection of the crime scene, scanned CCTV footage from nearby areas, and gathered local intelligence to identify the accused.
Murder of RBI retiree in Mandir Marg; PCR call received; victim pronounced dead
April 19, 2026
A 63-year-old retired Reserve Bank of India employee, Madho Ram, was found with multiple stab injuries inside a room on the first floor of his residence near Andh Vidyalaya in Mandir Marg, New Delhi, on Sunday evening. A PCR call was received around 5:36 pm. He was taken to Lady Hardinge Medical College, where doctors declared him brought dead.