Help sought from friendly countries to save Nimisha from gallows

MEA says it made concerted efforts to seek more time

- BY STEPHEN N. R.

As the fate of Nimisha Priyaa 37-year-old Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen hangs in the balance, the Government of India has ramped up diplomatic efforts, engaging with “some friendly governments” in an urgent attempt to save her life.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed yesterday that Yemeni authorities have postponed the scheduled execution, which was initially set for July 16.

“This is a very sensitive matter,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. “The Government of India has been offering all possible assistance in the case. We have provided legal aid, appointed a lawyer, and facilitated regular consular access for her family,” an ANI report said.