What is the case against Muskan in Meerut?

Muskan is accused of murdering her husband Saurabh Rajput, dismembering his body, and hiding it in a cement-filled blue drum.

Why do Saurabh Rajput's family want a DNA test for the newborn?

Saurabh's family wants a DNA test to confirm the newborn's paternity before acknowledging her, citing concerns about Muskan's character.

Can a baby stay with its mother in a jail in India?

Yes, in India, a child can often stay with their mother in a women's barrack in jail until the age of six.

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Jailed Mother Names Newborn Radha Amid DNA Test Demand

26 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Murder accused Muskan named her newborn daughter Radha in jail.
In-laws demanded a DNA test for the newborn and elder daughter.
Hospital denied planning the delivery to coincide with husband's birthday.

In Meerut, a chilling turn of events unfolds as Muskan, currently incarcerated for the gruesome murder of her husband Saurabh Rajput, has named her newborn daughter Radha. The baby arrived on November 24, which coincidentally marked Saurabh's birthday. Hospital officials have refuted claims that the delivery was planned to coincide with this date, emphasizing the natural timing of labor.

Muskan is set to return to the district jail, where her child may remain with her until the age of six. Meanwhile, Saurabh's family has escalated their demands, seeking a DNA test for the newborn and even Muskan's elder daughter. They state they will only acknowledge the children if their biological relation to Saurabh is confirmed.

The Rajput family expressed concerns about Muskan's 'sharp-minded' nature, questioning the safety of the children. They have made it clear that without DNA confirmation, they will disown both Muskan and the infant, emphasizing their desire to claim responsibility for the children only if proven biologically theirs.