SC hears plea urging Centre to pursue blood money deal to save Nimisha Priya from execution in Yemen

Jul 14, 2025

New Delhi: July 14, 2025, (ANI): The Supreme Court heard a plea seeking Indian government intervention to save Nimisha Priya through diplomatic talks. Her counsel informed the Court that a blood money settlement is the only option, if the victim's family agrees. The Attorney General said India is making every effort to help, though intervention remains limited due to Yemen’s complex situation. Justice Sandeep Mehta expressed concern and scheduled the matter for further hearing on July 18.