In re: Petition by 33-year-old woman for medical termination of pregnancy

Updates

1. News12 Oct 2026

   Bombay High Court Denies Relief To Woman Seeking Abortion On Ground That Her Husband Concealed Previous Marriage

   The Bombay High Court recently denied permission to terminate the pregnancy of a 33-year-old married woman, who sought the leave on the ground that her husband had concealed his earlier marriage

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court refused a woman's request for permission to end her pregnancy.

   Who:

   A woman is the petitioner, her husband is the person who allegedly hid a previous marriage, and the Bombay High Court is the decision-making body.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   The Bombay High Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The court did not grant the request based on the reason that her husband hid a prior marriage.

   What it means:

   The woman cannot proceed with the medical abortion under this specific legal petition.

   LiveLaw
2. News11 Oct 2026

   Bombay HC rejects abortion plea by woman citing husband’s alleged deception

   The 33-year-old woman argued that the alleged concealment of her husband’s previous marriage had caused severe mental trauma and affected her. | Mumbai news

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Bombay High Court refused to allow a woman to end her pregnancy.

   Who:

   A woman who is the petitioner, her husband who is accused of deception, and the Bombay High Court.

   When:

   Reported on 11 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bombay High Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The court rejected the request to terminate the pregnancy.

   What it means:

   The court has decided not to grant the woman permission for an abortion.

   Hindustan Times