Quick Summary: On December 23, 2025, the Delhi High Court turned down Suranjan Saha's appeal against a Family Court decision that required him to pay money every month to support his separated wife, Rumpa Saha, and their daughter. The court agreed with the original decision that he should pay ₹25,000 each to the wife and daughter every month.
Marriage and Separation:
Suranjan and Rumpa Saha got married on January 19, 2001, in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. They have a daughter born on April 23, 2004. The couple has been living apart since 2015 due to differences.
Divorce Petition:
Suranjan asked for a divorce on February 4, 2020. While the divorce case was still going on, Rumpa asked for temporary financial support.
Maintenance Granted:
On March 22, 2021, the Family Court in Dwarka, Delhi, ordered Suranjan to pay ₹25,000 per month each to Rumpa and their daughter. This decision was based on Suranjan's monthly earnings of ₹1,44,932 from his job at Dell International Services.
Grounds for Appeal:
Suranjan argued against the Family Court's decision, saying that Rumpa's financial information was missing important documents like Income Tax Returns. He claimed she had her own money, pointing to a bank transfer and mutual fund investments.
Interim Orders During Appeal:
- On January 31, 2022, the court reduced Rumpa's support money to ₹10,000 per month but kept the daughter's at ₹25,000.
- On May 9, 2024, the court stopped Rumpa's support money because she did not show up in court.
Assessment of Financial Status:
The court noted that Rumpa lives with her parents in Jabalpur and does not have her own income. It found no proof that she made enough money to not need the support.
Dismissal of Appeal:
The court rejected Suranjan's appeal, saying his claims weren't convincing. It stressed that the support amount was fair given his income and the needs of Rumpa and their daughter.
Final Orders:
Suranjan was told to pay all the money he owed within a month. All temporary decisions made during the appeal were canceled.
Judges Involved:
The decision was made by Justice Anil Kshetrapal and Justice Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar.
The court's decision ensures that Rumpa and her daughter receive fair financial support, taking into account Suranjan's ability to pay.
