Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has suffered a legal setback as the Calcutta High Court has directed him to pay Rs 4 lakh per month as maintenance to his estranged wife Hasin Jahan and daughter Aaira.
As per the court order, Hasin Jahan will receive Rs 1.5 lakh per month, while their daughter Aaira will be entitled to Rs 2.5 lakh. The maintenance amount will be applicable retroactively for the last seven years. The lower court has been asked to resolve the pending case within six months.
The legal battle, filed under the 'Protection of Women from Domestic Violence' Act, has been ongoing for years, alongside other personal disputes between the couple.
Last year, Shami made headlines for an emotional reunion with his daughter after a long time. He shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, expressing his love for Aaira. However, Hasin Jahan dismissed the gesture as "show-off," alleging that Shami's motive was linked to renewing their daughter's passport, which requires his signature.
She also claimed that during the meeting, Shami took their daughter shopping at a store where he has brand ties and enjoys complimentary purchases but did not fulfil her other wishes like buying a guitar or camera.
Their strained relationship has been marked by several controversies, including serious allegations from Hasin Jahan in the past, such as accusations of match-fixing, which led to a BCCI Anti-Corruption Unit inquiry. Despite personal challenges, Shami continues to be regarded as one of India's top seam bowlers.
Source: NDTV