Sharmila Velamur vs V. Sanjay

The Supreme Court examined a custody dispute involving a US citizen with a medical condition, Ataxic Cerebral Palsy, and the conflicting claims of the child's Indian parents. The court considered the child's best interests, international custody laws, and the rights of the parents under Indian jurisdiction. The judgment focused on the legal principles governing custody of minors in cross-border disputes, emphasizing the child's welfare. The court ultimately made a decision balancing legal rights and humanitarian considerations.