In Episode 61 of CrimePod Castle’s Unsolved Mystery Series, we delve into the haunting disappearance of Pooja Srivastava, a 24-year-old postgraduate biotechnology student, whose sudden disappearance in 2006 continues to baffle investigators and haunt her loved ones.

What We Cover in This Episode:

• Pooja’s Life: A promising young woman with big dreams in medical research, loved by her family and respected by her peers.
• The Day of the Disappearance: The mysterious events of March 18, 2006, when Pooja left her apartment for the university library and never returned.
• Key Evidence:
  • Her abandoned bag was found in a nearby park with all her belongings intact.
  • The puzzling absence of witnesses or signs of struggle.
  • The enigmatic 10-minute call from an unidentified number just before her disappearance.
• Investigation Findings:
  • Lack of CCTV footage or forensic clues.
  • Interviews with friends, family, and acquaintances revealed no apparent enemies.
  • Theories about abduction, voluntary disappearance, or foul play are each riddled with unanswered questions.
• Lingering Mysteries:
  • Who made the phone call to Pooja that morning?
  • Why were her belongings left behind?
  • Was she the victim of abduction, or was there something more personal at play?

Why This Case Matters:

Pooja’s disappearance is not just a tragedy for her family but a stark reminder of the uncertainties surrounding missing persons cases. Her story underscores the importance of the relentless pursuit of truth and justice, even when evidence runs cold.

Join us as we piece together the fragments of Pooja’s story, reflect on the enduring mystery, and honour the memory of a bright, ambitious young woman whose fate remains unknown. Subscribe to CrimePod Castle for more thought-provoking tales of India’s most compelling mysteries.