A court in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced Muskan Rastogi and her partner, Sahil Shukla, to death in the sensational ‘Blue Drum’ murder case that shocked the country.
The verdict was delivered on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, following the court’s decision to hold the two accused guilty of murdering Saurabh Rajput, a merchant navy officer. The case attracted widespread public attention because of the disturbing circumstances surrounding the crime and the alleged attempt to conceal the victim’s remains.
According to the case details, the murder took place on March 3, 2025. Muskan allegedly killed her husband with the assistance of Shukla. Investigators said that Rajput was first rendered unconscious using sedatives before his body was dismembered.
The accused allegedly placed the remains inside a blue plastic drum and sealed it with cement in an attempt to hide the crime and prevent its discovery.
The shocking details of the incident sparked widespread discussion and media coverage, turning the case into one of the most talked-about criminal investigations in the region.
On September 30, 2026, the Meerut district court found Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla guilty of the murder. The sentencing hearing concluded with the court awarding both accused the death penalty on October 14.
The case highlights the disturbing nature of the crime and the serious legal consequences faced by those convicted of murder. The verdict marks a significant development in a case that has remained in the public spotlight since the crime came to light.
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