The Supreme Court of India has upheld a decree of divorce granted by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, observing that the marriage between the parties had “broken down beyond repair.” While affirming the dissolution of marriage, the Apex Court enhanced the permanent alimony awarded to the appellant-wife from Rs 30 Lakhs to Rs 50 Lakhs, emphasizing the respondent-husband’s “heightened obligation” as a serving Judicial Officer to ensure fair financial security for his estranged wife and daughter.

The Bench, comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta , observed that “continuing the marital tie would serve neither the spouses nor their child; rather, it would only prolong hostility and impede their ability to move forward with dignity.”

Background of the Case

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