Siya Goyal’s Father Clarifies Wedding Budget in Udaipur
Indiadailyupdate.com – The father of Siya Goyal, who recently became a focal point of media attention, has provided clarity on the total wedding budget, addressing claims that the family had spent extravagantly on the event. According to the latest update, the family’s expenditure did not surpass Rs 3 crore, refuting reports that they had booked a palace in Udaipur for the ceremony. He explained that the wedding was planned in the city, with the primary venue being a hotel that charged approximately Rs 81,000 per couple per day. “We had planned the wedding in Udaipur, but the total spending was well within Rs 3 crore,” the father emphasized, adding that 70 rooms were reserved for the event, which was part of a broader family celebration. This clarification comes amid ongoing discussions about the case linked to the incident, which has drawn public scrutiny and media coverage.
Siya’s Reluctance to Visit Lohagad Fort
Siya Goyal’s mother revealed that her daughter had expressed hesitation about visiting Lohagad Fort on June 18, which is central to the murder case. The family had arranged for Siya to attend the trek with Ketan Agarwal and his mother, but she was reportedly unwilling. “On June 17 evening, Ketan called Siya during a video conference and asked her to accompany him to the fort. His mother also spoke to Siya, encouraging her to accept the invitation,” the mother shared. However, Siya told her that she did not want to go trekking, citing the need to rest for a function scheduled the following day. This detail has been highlighted by the family as part of their narrative, aiming to shed light on Siya’s state of mind before the alleged crime.
“Siya told her that she did not want to go trekking as there was a function scheduled for the following day and she wanted to rest,” her mother claimed.
Family’s Response to Accusations
Siya Goyal’s father has consistently defended his daughter’s actions, emphasizing that the family’s financial planning was meticulous and well within budget. “We had planned the wedding in Udaipur, but the total spending was well within Rs 3 crore,” he reiterated, underscoring that the cost of the venue and catering was carefully managed. The father also mentioned that the Agarwal family had raised concerns about the wedding expenses, but his statements have been aimed at dispelling those rumors. In addition to the wedding budget, he highlighted the family’s efforts to ensure transparency and fairness in their financial arrangements, which have been a key part of their defense strategy.
“Their demand to establish a fast-track court in this case and appoint Ujjwal Nikam as a special public prosecutor was also immediately accepted by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and he issued instructions to that effect to the Secretary of the Law and Judiciary Department,” the X post concluded.
Advocacy for Special Prosecutor and Fast-Track Court
Siya Goyal’s father has been actively advocating for the appointment of a special prosecutor and the setup of a fast-track court to expedite the case. This request was made to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who reportedly agreed to the proposal. “We are committed to ensuring the guilty receive the harshest punishment,” the father stated, emphasizing the urgency of the investigation. The special public prosecutor, Ujjwal Nikam, has been tasked with handling the case with the utmost diligence, while the fast-track court aims to streamline the judicial process. These measures have been welcomed by the family as critical steps toward achieving justice and clarity in the matter.
Police Inquiry and Family Statements
Authorities have summoned Siya Goyal’s brother, Sahil Goyal, as part of their investigation into the case. The police are reportedly conducting a thorough probe into the allegations raised by the Agarwal family, with Sahil being questioned for several hours. “The police are conducting a thorough probe into the allegations raised by the Agarwal family,” sources mentioned. Earlier, the two accused had given conflicting accounts, with Siya accusing Chetan Agarwal of pressuring her to commit the crime, while Chetan claimed she had orchestrated the plot. The family’s statements, including those from Sahil, are being analyzed to piece together the sequence of events leading up to the incident.
“Their demand to establish a fast-track court in this case and appoint Ujjwal Nikam as a special public prosecutor was also immediately accepted by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and he issued instructions to that effect to the Secretary of the Law and Judiciary Department,” the X post concluded.
Public Reaction and Media Speculation
The case has sparked widespread public interest, with media outlets and social platforms closely following the developments. Siya Goyal’s father has taken to public statements to address the growing speculation about the family’s financial decisions, including the choice of Udaipur for the wedding. He reiterated that the total wedding budget was not excessive, with the family focusing on a manageable cost structure. “We had planned the wedding in Udaipur, but the total spending was well within Rs 3 crore,” he emphasized once again, aiming to reinforce the family’s narrative. The father’s repeated clarification has been seen as an effort to maintain the family’s reputation and ensure the public understands the context of their financial choices.
“We are committed to ensuring the guilty receive the harshest punishment,” the father added, underscoring his belief in the justice system.
