Supreme Court of India · 2025-09-02
Manoj Dhankar vs Neeharika
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Manoj Dhankar
- Respondent
- Neeharika
- Author
- Vikram Nath
- Bench
- Vikram Nath
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a custody dispute involving the minor child of the parties, with the appellant father seeking custody and the respondent mother having filed for divorce. The High Court's order was challenged, and the Supreme Court considered the best interests of the child, emphasizing the importance of stability and welfare. The Court upheld the decision favoring the child's welfare, highlighting the child's age and the ongoing custody proceedings. The judgment underscores the Court's role in ensuring the child's best interests in custody disputes.