ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Technology and Social Media as Investigative Tools in Chetan Bhagat’s Detective Fiction

Modern communication technologies play a crucial role in Bhagat’s crime narratives, shaping both plot and character interaction. This article analyses the use of social media like Instagram, Telegram, and technology in Chetan Bhagat’s The Girl in Room 105, One Arranged Murder, and 400 Days, highlighting how digital networks facilitate investigation and reflect the realities of contemporary social life. The study demonstrates that Bhagat integrates technology seamlessly into narrative structure, showing how digital literacy and online interaction redefine amateur detective work in India.