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Death sentence handed to pair in Meerut murder case; convicts break down in court

A court in Meerut has sentenced two individuals to capital punishment in connection with the murder of Saurabh Rajput. The convicts displayed visible distress upon hearing the verdict.

LSN India · 14 October 2026

Death sentence handed to pair in Meerut murder case; convicts break down in court

A fast-track court in Meerut has pronounced the death sentence on two convicts in the Saurabh Rajput murder case. The accused, Muskan and Sahil, broke down emotionally in the courtroom upon hearing the judgment, according to court officials. The convicts were appearing through video conferencing during the proceedings. Following the pronouncement of the death sentence, both individuals fell into a state of shock, said Jaipur jail authorities overseeing the case. The prison administration has initiated counselling sessions for the convicts and enhanced monitoring protocols at the facility. Jaipur Jail Superintendent Dr. Veeresh Raj confirmed that both accused are undergoing psychological support as they process the severity of the verdict. The case, which drew significant attention in the region, has concluded at the trial stage with the capital punishment order.