Overview

• Akash Sharma, 22, was found dead in room 302 of Shimla’s Hotel Grand Majestic following an alleged birthday trip with his cousin
• Investigators say Arjun Sharma allegedly smashed a beer bottle on Akash’s head before using a broken shard to slit his throat during an early‐morning argument
• An anonymous call to the hotel receptionist prompted staff to enter the room with a master key and discover the victim’s body
• CCTV footage captured Arjun fleeing the scene on his motorcycle around 5:18 AM, and authorities have traced his route through Sanjauli
• Shimla police filed charges under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, as rising violent incidents in the state expose public safety challenges