Go Spiritual News Magazine
On March 19, 2025, a chilling story emerged from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, shaking the collective conscience of the nation. A woman, identified as Muskaan Rastogi, along with her lover Sahil Shukla, allegedly murdered her husband, Saurabh Rajput, a former merchant navy officer. The details are as macabre as they are heartbreaking: the couple stabbed Saurabh to death, dismembered his body, and sealed the remains in a cement-filled drum. As the founder of Go Spiritual, a platform dedicated to exploring the intersections of spirituality and mental well-being, I feel compelled to reflect on this tragedy—not just as a crime, but as a profound lesson about the fragility of the human soul and the consequences of losing our spiritual moorings.
Saurabh had returned from London on February 24, brimming with love and anticipation, to celebrate the birthdays of his wife and daughter. Little did he know that his homecoming would mark the beginning of a meticulously planned betrayal. According to police reports, Muskaan and Sahil had been plotting his murder since November 2024, acquiring knives, sedatives, and even scouting locations to dispose of the body. After the killing on March 4, they went to great lengths to conceal their crime—dismembering the body, encasing it in cement, and even posting deceptive photos on Saurabh’s social media to maintain an illusion of normalcy. The discovery of the drum, after nearly two weeks, revealed the grim reality of their actions.
From a spiritual and mental health perspective, this incident forces us to ask: What drives a person to such darkness? What unravels within the human psyche to transform love into hatred, trust into treachery? The answers lie not just in the external circumstances but in the internal landscapes of the mind and soul.
The Erosion of Inner Peace
Spirituality teaches us that peace begins within. When we nurture our inner world—through mindfulness, gratitude, and connection to a higher purpose—we cultivate resilience against life’s storms. But when that inner sanctuary is neglected, it becomes a breeding ground for resentment, envy, and despair. Reports suggest that Muskaan’s discontent stemmed, in part, from her husband’s refusal to grant her a divorce and her entanglement in a relationship marked by manipulation and addiction. Her lover, Sahil, allegedly introduced her to drugs, further clouding her judgment and numbing her moral compass.
This is not to excuse their actions—murder is an unforgivable violation of life’s sanctity—but to understand the spiritual void that may have paved the way. Addiction, whether to substances or toxic relationships, is often a symptom of a deeper wound: a disconnection from one’s true self. When we lose touch with our spiritual essence, we become vulnerable to the ego’s destructive impulses—anger, greed, and the illusion of control. Muskaan and Sahil’s elaborate scheme reflects not just a physical crime but a profound mental and spiritual collapse.
The Ripple Effect on the Soul
The tragedy extends beyond the perpetrators to the victim’s family and their six-year-old daughter, who reportedly told neighbors, “Papa is in the drum.” The innocence of that statement pierces the heart, reminding us of the collateral damage of such acts. Spiritually, every action sends ripples through the universe, affecting not just the individual but the collective energy of those around them. The grief of Saurabh’s parents, the confusion of his child, and even the outrage of Muskaan’s own family—who have called for her punishment—illustrate how one moment of darkness can fracture countless lives.
Mental health, too, plays a critical role here. The daughter’s awareness of her father’s fate suggests she may have witnessed or intuited the horror, planting seeds of trauma that could haunt her for years. As a society, we must ask: How do we heal those left in the wake of such violence? Spirituality offers solace—through community, forgiveness (not of the act, but of the pain it causes), and the belief in a higher justice. Yet, it must be paired with practical mental health support to guide survivors toward wholeness.
A Call to Return to the Light
At Go Spiritual, we believe that every tragedy is a mirror, reflecting both our potential for darkness and our capacity for redemption. The Meerut murder is a stark reminder of what happens when we abandon the principles of love, compassion, and accountability. It’s a call to look within—to examine our own resentments, our unhealed wounds, and the ways we may unknowingly harm others through neglect or selfishness.
For those grappling with troubled relationships or inner turmoil, this story underscores the urgency of seeking help—be it through meditation, therapy, or spiritual guidance. The mind can be a battlefield, but it can also be a temple. When we anchor ourselves in awareness and purpose, we disarm the impulses that lead to destruction.
As the legal system takes its course—Muskaan and Sahil now face 14 days of judicial custody—let us not merely condemn, but reflect. Justice must prevail, but so must understanding. Saurabh’s life was a gift, extinguished too soon. His story, though tragic, can inspire us to cherish our loved ones, to heal our spirits, and to choose light over shadow.
In the end, spirituality teaches us that life is sacred, fleeting, and interconnected. Let us honor that truth—not just for Saurabh, but for ourselves and the world we share.
Sonu Tyagi is the Founder of Go Spiritual, dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and mental well-being. Views expressed are personal and rooted in a pursuit of higher understanding.
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