Execution of Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya in Yemen postponed
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New Delhi: The scheduled execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya in Yemen, initially set for July 16, has been postponed, according to sources familiar with the situation.
Officials, speaking anonymously, revealed that Yemeni authorities agreed to delay the execution after continued diplomatic outreach.
These efforts included the involvement of a Kerala-based spiritual leader who attempted to persuade the victim’s family to accept blood money as a form of reconciliation, TNIE reported.
A source noted that the Indian government, which has been actively extending assistance to Priya since the beginning of the case, had recently intensified efforts to secure additional time for her family to negotiate a resolution with the victim’s relatives.
Despite the sensitive diplomatic and legal context, Indian officials have maintained communication with Yemeni prison authorities and the prosecutor’s office, according to sources.
Nimisha Priya had been convicted of the death of a Yemeni citizen and has been facing capital punishment. Her case has attracted widespread attention both within India and internationally, prompting calls for mercy and increased diplomatic engagement.
Negotiations are still underway, and further updates are expected as her family and legal team continue discussions in Yemen.