Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Bombay High Court Permits Abortion at 25 Weeks Due to Mental Anguish
A woman in India was allowed by a court to have an abortion after being pregnant for 25 weeks.
She was feeling very stressed and didn't have support from her partner initially.
The court looked at her mental health and the fact that she felt alone.
Her ex-partner later agreed to help her with money and support.
The court decided that it was best for her to have the procedure at a specific hospital.
Bombay High Court permitted a 31-year-old woman to terminate her 25-week pregnancy.
The woman sought the abortion due to mental anguish and lack of support after the relationship ended.
Her estranged partner agreed to support her and contribute financially for medical and legal expenses.
The court considered the woman's mental health and the lack of support from her parents.
The court ordered the termination be conducted at N.M. Wadia Hospital, Mumbai.
- Who
- A 31-year-old woman and her estranged partner.
- What
- The Bombay High Court allowed a woman to have an abortion.
- When
- The decision was recently made.
- Where
- Bombay High Court, Mumbai, India.
- Why
- Due to mental distress, lack of support, and the partner's initial refusal.
Woman's Perspective
State's Perspective
Abortion vs. Carrying to Term
Woman's Perspective
The woman sought abortion due to mental distress, lack of emotional and financial support, and the absence of her parents' knowledge about her condition.
State's Perspective
The State opposed, arguing that there was no fetal abnormality and offered to take responsibility for the child if born.
- Age of Woman
- 31 years old
- Pregnancy Duration
- 25 weeks
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Partner's Support
- Agreed to provide financial and emotional support
- Financial Contribution
- Rs 1,00,000
- Hospital for Termination
- N.M. Wadia Hospital, Mumbai