Nimisha Priya Case: The case of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse on death row in Yemen, continues to be shrouded in uncertainty despite the payment of a substantial sum as blood money.
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Despite paying $40,000 to Talal Abdo Mahdi’s family, the intended recipient of the “diya” (blood money), there has been no sign of clemency for Nimisha. This revelation has cast a long shadow over the efforts to secure her release, with concerns mounting over the effectiveness of the mediation process.
Nimisha’s lawyer, Subhas Chandran, confirmed that the first installment of $20,000 was paid months ago, followed by the second installment in late December through Indian diplomatic channels in Saudi Arabia. However, within days of the second payment, reports emerged that Yemeni President had ratified Nimisha’s death sentence.
Chandran attributed this setback to several factors, including the lack of a direct channel of communication between Indian authorities and the Houthi administration in Yemen. He also pointed out that Talal’s family, despite receiving the blood money, has not shown any signs of supporting Nimisha’s clemency.
The delay in the second installment, according to human rights activist Samuel Jerome, significantly impacted the negotiations. “The delay eroded trust and likely diminished the chances of a successful outcome,” he remarked.
The case has drawn significant international attention, with Iran offering to mediate in the matter. However, the lack of a functioning Indian embassy in Yemen presents a significant challenge in navigating the complex political landscape.
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Nimisha Priya’s mother, Premakumari, who has been tirelessly campaigning for her daughter’s release in Yemen, remains deeply distressed. Despite her efforts, including multiple visits to her daughter in prison, the future remains uncertain.
Nimisha Priya, a native of Palakkad, Kerala, traveled to Yemen in 2011. She established a clinic in Sana’a under the sponsorship of Talal Abdo Mahdi. However, the relationship soon soured, with Talal allegedly subjecting Nimisha to physical and mental abuse, including confiscating her passport and extorting money.
In an attempt to escape, Nimisha planned to drug Talal. Tragically, he died during this incident. She was subsequently arrested and charged with murder.
Despite multiple appeals, the Yemeni courts upheld the death sentence. (Nimisha Priya Case)
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