
UP Durga Puja Pandal Displays Effigies of Convicts Muskan and Sahil
What Happened?
In Gorakhpur, a Durga Puja committee hung effigies of Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, convicted in the 'blue drum' murder case, following their death sentence. The display aims to deter crime.
Key points
- The effigies were displayed in public view on a road.
- The death sentence was handed down by a Meerut court earlier this month.
- The trial involved 126 hearings over 13 months.
- The crime involved the murder of Saurabh Rajput, whose body was found in a blue drum.
- The judge referenced the Mahabharata while pronouncing the sentence.
Key insights
- The display may influence public perception of crime and punishment.
- Such public displays could lead to discussions on justice and deterrence.
- The case highlights the judicial system's response to severe crimes.
Why it matters
This display aims to raise awareness about the consequences of serious crimes.
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Source
India Today

