Meerut Murder Case Highlights Use of Blue Plastic Drums in Crime and Industry
The Meerut murder case involved the killing of Saurabh Rajput, whose body was allegedly dismembered and concealed in a blue plastic drum, leading to death sentences for Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla, pending court confirmation. This case has drawn attention to blue plastic drums, commonly used industrial containers valued for durability and cost-effectiveness. Similar crimes involving such drums have been reported across India, raising questions about possible patterns or isolated incidents. The blue color is practical, reducing light penetration and aiding storage.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (36/100). Lens Score 40/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, ndtv. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 14 Oct, 01:09 pm. Other outlets followed.
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