By GlobalTimesAI.com
Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala, had one simple dream — to build a better life for her family by working abroad. But that dream turned into a nightmare when she was sentenced to death in Yemen in 2017, after being accused of murdering a Yemeni citizen.
This is the real-life story of a woman who faced a death sentence in a foreign land — and fought her way back to freedom with courage, faith, and support.
The Journey Begins
In 2011, Nimisha moved to Yemen to work as a nurse. She later opened a small clinic with a local man named Khalid, who she claimed took her passport and subjected her to physical and emotional abuse.
In 2017, Khalid died under mysterious circumstances. Nimisha admitted to injecting him with sedatives, hoping to escape his abuse — but he died, and she was arrested for premeditated murder.
Death Sentence and Legal Dead-End
In 2020, a Yemeni court handed her the death penalty. All her legal appeals failed. She was just days away from execution when global attention turned to her case.
A Daughter’s Plea and Global Support
Her 11-year-old daughter, Michelle, made an emotional appeal to the Indian Prime Minister.
Activists, legal groups, and diaspora communities around the world campaigned to save her life.
Forgiveness and Blood Money (Diya)
Under Sharia law in Yemen, the death penalty can be waived if the victim’s family accepts blood money (diya) and grants forgiveness.
Thanks to the intervention of India’s Grand Mufti, Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar, negotiations were made with Khalid’s family. After years of efforts, they agreed to forgive Nimisha, and on July 29, 2025, Yemeni authorities officially revoked her death sentence.
A New Chance at Life
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Nimisha is currently awaiting final paperwork to return to India.
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The Indian government and humanitarian groups are working to ensure her safe and dignified return home.
Conclusion
Nimisha’s case is not just about legal justice — it’s about human dignity, perseverance, and the power of compassion.
She stands today not just as a survivor, but as a symbol of hope for many.
GlobalTimesAI.com salutes the spirit of Nimisha Priya — a nurse, a mother, a fighter.