In a significant development, a family court in Mumbai has directed Maharashtra Minister and NCP leader Dhananjay Munde to pay an interim maintenance of Rs 2 lakh per month to his estranged wife and daughter. The ruling comes amid an ongoing legal battle between Munde and his first wife, who filed a domestic violence case against him in 2020.
The court’s decision underscores the provisions of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, under which Munde’s wife sought interim relief and compensation. The minister, who handles the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection portfolio, has been embroiled in this personal legal dispute for over three years. The court is yet to deliver a final verdict on the main plea, but the interim maintenance order highlights the judiciary’s commitment to safeguarding women’s rights in domestic disputes.
Munde’s estranged wife, with whom he has two children, has accused him of domestic violence and financial neglect. The Rs 2 lakh monthly interim relief is expected to provide financial stability to the family as the case progresses. This ruling has sparked discussions on the accountability of public figures in personal legal matters and the enforcement of laws protecting women from domestic abuse.
As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how this legal battle will impact Munde’s political career and public image. For now, the court’s decision sets a precedent for similar cases involving high-profile individuals.
Source: Web Team, C6N
