Supreme Court Says No to ₹18 Crore Alimony for an 18-Month Marriage—Here’s Why
Alright, let’s talk about this wild case that just came out of the Supreme Court. Picture this: a couple gets married, things go south in just 18 months, and suddenly, the wife wants ₹18 crore in alimony. I mean, come on. Even the judges were like, “Nope, that’s not happening.” And honestly? It’s about time someone drew a line.
What Exactly Went Down?
So here’s the deal. The husband’s a working professional—decent income, but not exactly swimming in cash like Scrooge McDuck. The marriage lasted a year and a half, and when it ended, the wife demanded ₹18 crore. That’s not just a lot—it’s “buy-a-private-island” kind of money. The husband argued it was way out of proportion, and the court agreed. Big time.
Why the Court Said No
The judges didn’t just reject the demand—they spelled out exactly why it was ridiculous. And their reasoning? Pretty solid, if you ask me.
- Short marriage, big ask: 18 months is basically a long vacation, not a lifetime commitment. You can’t expect someone to fund your life forever after that.
- She could work: The wife wasn’t some helpless soul—she had qualifications, skills, and the ability to earn her own living. The court straight-up said, “You can’t just sit around and expect a paycheck.”
- His money isn’t a blank check: Even if the guy was loaded, alimony’s supposed to be fair, not a lottery win.
Oh, and the judges dropped this gem: “Employable people can’t just choose not to work and then demand more money.” Mic drop.
What People Are Saying
Most folks are cheering this decision. Finally, someone’s putting a stop to crazy alimony demands. Lawyers are calling it a win for common sense—no more treating divorce like a jackpot.
But of course, there’s always the other side. Some worry this could hurt people who genuinely need support, especially if finding work isn’t easy. Fair point, but let’s be real—₹18 crore? That’s not support, that’s a fantasy.
What This Means for the Future
This ruling’s gonna change things. Here’s how:
- Short marriages = smaller payouts: If your marriage lasted less than a Netflix binge session, don’t expect a fortune.
- Courts will check if you can work: No more pretending you’re helpless when you’ve got a degree and skills.
- No more lifetime ATM: Alimony’s about helping someone get back on their feet, not funding their forever lifestyle.
Remember That Other Crazy Case?
This isn’t the first time someone’s asked for the moon in a divorce. There was that Mumbai case where the wife wanted ₹12 crore, a house, and a BMW. Courts are clearly getting tired of these demands. Good.
The Bottom Line
Here’s what you need to take away:
- Alimony isn’t a golden ticket—it’s supposed to be fair.
- Short marriages don’t equal lifelong paychecks.
- If you can work, you’d better start looking for a job.
Look, divorce is messy enough without people treating it like a cash grab. This ruling? A step in the right direction. Finally, some sanity.
Source: News18 Hindi – Nation