The funeral of Nikitha Godishala, a 27-year-old Hyderabad woman allegedly murdered in the US, was held in Hyderabad with her remains cremated at Marredpally
Family and Friends Say Goodbye to Nikitha Godishala
Family and friends gathered to say a tearful goodbye to Nikitha Godishala, a woman from Hyderabad who was allegedly murdered in the US last week. The 27-year-old’s remains were cremated at a crematorium in Marredpally, Hyderabad, on Friday, January 9, 2026. Her remains arrived at the RGI airport earlier that day.
Last Rites and Family Statement
The family of Nikitha, a health professional, stated on December 8 that the last rites would be private. They requested police protection to ensure dignity and order during the ceremony.
The family also appealed to national and international media to practice responsible journalism. They asked media outlets to avoid publishing unverified information and to cooperate with the investigation to ensure justice is served with due process and dignity.
Details of the Case
Nikitha lived in Ellicott City, Maryland. She was reported missing on January 2. Howard County police reported that she was found dead with stab wounds in the apartment of her ex-roommate, Arjun Sharma, who is 26 years old. The US police issued a warrant for Sharma’s arrest on first- and second-degree murder charges, alleging that he killed her and fled to India.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Nikitha Godishala |
| Age | 27 |
| Location of Murder | Columbia, Maryland |
| Ex-Roommate | Arjun Sharma |
| Sharma’s Age | 26 |
| Date of Missing Report | January 2 |
| Date of Cremation | January 9, 2026 |
