Kerala nurse’s death sentence not revoked, say Indian government sources

Indian government sources have denied reports that Nimisha Priya, a Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen for murder, has been granted clemency.

Earlier, a letter purportedly from the office of Yemen’s Grand Mufti had gone viral, claiming that her death sentence had been cancelled.

However, official sources in India stated that no formal confirmation has been received from the Yemeni government, and the execution order remains legally binding as of now.

Nimisha Priya was convicted in 2017 for the murder of a Yemeni national. Her case has since drawn significant attention from human rights activists and Indian diplomatic channels.

The recent letter, circulated widely on social media and reported by some outlets, led to confusion and premature celebration, prompting Indian officials to clarify the legal status.

Efforts by her family and the “Save Nimisha Priya” international campaign have been ongoing, seeking diplomatic intervention and exploring the possibility of diya (blood money) to secure her release.

However, as of July 29, there has been no change in her legal situation. The Ministry of External Affairs is yet to receive any formal documentation from Yemeni authorities about a revocation or suspension of the sentence.