Kerala High Court Orders Police Protection for Viral Kumbh Mela Girl
The Kerala High Court has directed police to provide protection to a woman who gained viral fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela. Her husband faces kidnapping charges in Madhya Pradesh, and the court is currently evaluating the legal petition amid conflicting claims regarding her age.
Highlights
- •The Kerala High Court ordered police protection for a woman who went viral at the Kumbh Mela.
- •Her husband, Mohd Farman, faces kidnapping charges in Madhya Pradesh based on her father's complaint.
- •The court has scheduled the next hearing for the writ petition on July 10.
- •A separate court previously granted the husband one-month transit bail to seek anticipatory relief.
The Kerala High Court has issued a formal directive to local law enforcement to ensure the safety of a young woman who gained widespread social media attention at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela. This judicial intervention comes following a petition filed by the woman, who requested state protection amid an ongoing legal dispute involving her husband and allegations of abduction.
Legal Protection for Viral Social Media Figure
During the court proceedings, the presiding judge expressed a prima facie satisfaction that the petitioner requires immediate security for her life. Consequently, the court has ordered the SHO of Ernakulam Central police station to provide the necessary safeguards to the woman. This protective order remains in effect until the pending writ petition reaches a final resolution, with the next hearing scheduled for July 10.
The legal situation surrounding this Kumbh Mela viral star is complex, involving multiple jurisdictions. Her husband, Mohd Farman, is currently facing serious criminal charges, including kidnapping, in a case registered by the Madhya Pradesh police. These accusations stem from a formal complaint submitted by the woman's father, who maintains that she is a minor. Earlier this month, a separate bench of the Kerala High Court granted the husband a one-month transit bail, allowing him to approach a Madhya Pradesh court to seek anticipatory bail regarding these allegations.
Background of the Case and Ongoing Controversies
The woman first captured public attention last year when a video of her selling rudraksh garlands at the Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh went viral. Viewers were captivated by her appearance in the content created by a virtual influencer. Following her rise to fame, she relocated to Kerala and entered into a marriage with Mohd Farman. The ceremony took place in the presence of prominent CPI(M) leaders, despite strong objections from her family.
Her family’s subsequent assertion that she was a minor at the time of the wedding significantly escalated the legal tension. Consequently, Mohd Farman has been booked under several stringent legal frameworks, including the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, and the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. As the legal processes continue across state lines, the Kerala High Court has prioritized the immediate safety concerns of the petitioner as the judiciary reviews the merits of the underlying kidnapping case and the validity of the marriage claims.
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