Income no excuse: Allahabad High Court orders husband to pay maintenance to wife
Indian Express·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a husband's challenge to a family court maintenance order, ruling that income denial cannot excuse statutory obligations. Justice Praveen Kumar Giri upheld Rs 5,000 monthly maintenance for the wife and Rs 3,000 for the minor daughter. The court noted the wife left due to cruelty and dowry demands. Property attachment and auction were ordered if arrears remain unpaid or payments cease.
Key Entities
Allahabad High CourtJustice Praveen Kumar GiriFamily Court BulandshahrSection 125 CrPCHusbandEstranged wifeMinor daughterRs 5,000 maintenanceRs 3,000 maintenance