Execution of Indian Woman Shahzadi Khan in UAE Confirmed by MEA

Indian woman Shahzadi Khan, executed in Abu Dhabi on February 15, 2024, was convicted on charges related to the death of an infant under her care. The Indian government confirmed her execution and arranged for her last rites while offering assistance to her family. Her father had sought clarity on Shahzadi’s legal status before her execution, but the court deemed the situation unfortunate and dismissed the plea.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that Shahzadi Khan, an Indian woman sentenced to death in the UAE, was executed on February 15, 2024. The MEA informed the Delhi High Court that her last rites will be conducted on March 5, 2024, in Abu Dhabi and pledged full support to her family in making arrangements for this.

Shahzadi Khan, convicted for the death of a four-month-old child in Abu Dhabi, faced severe legal and procedural challenges before her execution. Her family’s pursuit of justice continued until the end, but efforts to appeal and seek mercy were unsuccessful. The case raises significant questions about legal rights for foreign nationals facing the death penalty abroad and the role of diplomatic support.

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