What if husband neglects pregnant wife's medical care needs?
My sister is pregnant, but her husband and in-laws are neglecting her medical care and harassing our family. They won’t allow her to come to us, and this is affecting her health. What legal action can we take?
In this case, your sister has every right to the medical care that should have been given to her during her time of pregnancy and is entitled to respect. If she is being subjected to cruelty, an action can be taken against her husband and in-laws for invoking Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code. Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005, she is entitled to relief and protection as refusing her medical care constitutes as a type of abuse. You can contact the nearest police station or contact a magistrate that can provide her immediate assistance as well as immediate medical care. You can submit a Domestic Incident Report (DIR) using the area’s Protection Officer, then the court will determine her safe relocation and medical care she needs.
Neglecting a pregnant woman's medical needs and emotional harassment by in-laws is a punishable offense under the Domestic Violence Act. You or your sister can file a complaint with the local police, women's cell, or Protection Officer. Court can grant protection, residence, and medical care orders. Urgent relief is also possible through a magistrate. It is advised to consult an expert lawyer who will assist you with the best course of action. For further legal asssistance contact us on our helpline number.
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