590 Days After Blue Drum Was Sealed, Meerut Murder Ends In Death Sentences
Police found the drum, but a hammer and chisel could not break the cement.
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Meerut blue drum murder case
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In Meerut Blue Drum Murder, Judge Cites The Gita While Awarding Death Sentence
Muskaan Rastogi's family never met her in jail.
Blue drum case: From brutal murder to death penalty; how horrifying case unfolded
Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla were sentenced to death for the murder of Saurabh Rajput. Rajput's dismembered remains were found in a blue drum filled with cement in March 2025. The prosecution presented extensive evidence including forensic reports, call records, and witness testimonies during the trial. Following the verdict, Rajput’s mother expressed her gratitude for the justice served.
Judge cites 'Mahabharata' while giving death penalty in blue drum murder case
A Meerut court has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla to death for murder. They were found guilty of murdering Muskan's husband, Saurabh Rajput, and hiding evidence. The trial included the testimony of 22 witnesses and numerous hearings over 18 months. Rajput’s mother expressed her gratitude for the verdict, hoping it deters future crimes. Both convicts were sentenced after their trial concluded on Wednesday.
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