In a significant development in the high-profile Radhika Yadav murder case, the accused, Deepak Yadav, has been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody. The shocking incident occurred at the family’s double-storey home in Sushant Lok, Sector 57, Gurugram, where 25-year-old Radhika, a promising tennis player and academy owner, was allegedly shot dead at point-blank range by her 49-year-old father.
According to police, the relationship between Radhika and her father had become increasingly strained in recent months. Radhika’s successful tennis academy reportedly became a source of frequent disputes, with investigators suggesting that Deepak Yadav felt embarrassed and upset about being perceived as dependent on his daughter’s earnings. Despite having a stable rental income from several properties and not being financially reliant on Radhika, Deepak was said to be in a depressed state for weeks leading up to the tragedy. Police believe ongoing emotional strain and alleged taunts about his daughter’s achievements may have contributed to his actions.
As the investigation deepens, police have uncovered chat messages between Radhika and her former coach that shed light on her state of mind and family dynamics. In these conversations, Radhika confided that she faced “a lot of restrictions” at home and yearned for independence. She discussed her desire to move abroad, mentioning Dubai and Australia as possible destinations, and recounted difficulties she faced during a previous stay in China. These chats are now a crucial part of the ongoing probe.
Further, the chats reveal that financial disagreements were a recurring issue. Radhika described how her father questioned her plans, focusing on monetary concerns and repeatedly asking, “How much money will be saved?” The messages suggest that family-imposed restrictions and disputes over finances were persistent sources of conflict, painting a complex picture of the circumstances that led to the tragic incident.
