The Longest Fight: Unseen Struggles to Save Nimisha Priya from Death Row in Yemen
🕊️ The Longest Fight: The Unseen Struggles to Save Nimisha Priya in Yemen
The story of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala's Palakkad district sentenced to death in Yemen, is not just a legal battle. It is a human drama woven with a mother's sacrifices, a daughter's suffering, and the tireless efforts of ordinary people determined to bring her home.
This mission spans years, crossing borders, courtrooms, and countless sleepless nights. At its heart lies humanitarian courage and an unshakable belief in justice.
🌟 How It All Began
It was Samuel Jerom Bhaskar, a Gulf-based humanitarian, who first brought Nimisha’s plight to public attention. In 2018, he approached General VK Singh, then Union Minister of State for External Affairs, and urged action for her release. That same year, he gave a powerful interview to Malayala Manorama, helping ignite awareness in Kerala.
His efforts laid the groundwork for what would become a massive public and diplomatic campaign.
✍️ A Small Newspaper Report That Changed Everything
In 2019, I came across a brief newspaper clipping about Nimisha’s case. That small report stirred something deep within me. I couldn’t remain a passive observer.
What began as curiosity soon turned into an emotionally demanding mission—a journey to save a woman’s life in one of the most conflict-ridden regions in the world.
👩👧👦 Tracing Nimisha’s Family and Her Heartbreaking Story
By 2020, I had managed to locate Nimisha’s family:
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Her mother, Prema Kumari, a widow and housemaid in Kizhakkambalam, Ernakulam.
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Her husband, Tomi.
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And her young daughter, Mishel.
In an act of unimaginable sacrifice, Prema Kumari sold her only property in Palakkad to pay for her daughter’s legal expenses in Yemen.
Every time I visited Kerala, I made it a point to meet her. Her quiet resilience strengthened my resolve to fight harder.
📞 The First Contact with Nimisha in Prison
Through independent efforts, I was able to connect with people linked to the case and establish communication with Nimisha in Sana’a Central Prison in 2020. Despite strict restrictions, I became the first Indian to speak directly to her.
In our conversations, Nimisha mentioned Samuel, who had been supporting her since 2017.
🤝 A Pledge to Fight Together
On May 28, 2020, I connected with Samuel via Google Duo. That conversation changed everything.
We made a solemn pledge:
“We will fight together until Nimisha comes home.”
This bond of purpose became the foundation of a mission that would unite strangers for a common cause.
✈️ The Road Ahead: Hope and Challenges
Saving Nimisha is not easy. It involves navigating complex laws, cultural sensitivities, and geopolitical challenges. But each passing day reminds us why we can’t give up: a daughter needs her mother, a mother deserves her child, and justice demands persistence.
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📖 The Longest Fight: The Unseen Struggles to Save Nimisha Priya in Yemen (NDTV Blog)
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This article is based on publicly available information and personal accounts related to the ongoing efforts to save Nimisha Priya. It aims to raise awareness and does not represent official legal or diplomatic statements. Readers are encouraged to verify details from authoritative sources and support verified initiatives responsibly.
