Omani in Indian jail says he was ‘trapped’

Two days later, he was transferred to Central Prison, where he was told the first wife had committed suicide. “Ultimately, I was declared not guilty.”

Al Madsari said the agent appointed by the consulate was demanding Rs 55,000 from him every month.

“When I asked for a divorce, she (second wife) demanded Rs 100,000, but I refused. I agreed to pay Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000 if she could confess she was 18 years. So far, she has not come. I was released, but my passport was seized by the authorities.”

On the assistance provided by the Oman’s Foreign Ministry, he said: “I’ve been paid Rs 1,000 every day after I asked for help from the consulate.”

“I am suffering from heart disease. I asked the government to provide treatment and submitted medical reports, but in vain. My eyesight is weak. I cannot see with my left eye. I asked for help, but I didn’t get it.

I have appealed to all authorities.

“I thank the Secretary-General of Oman’s National Human Rights Commission for its constant support.”

Following the widely circulated video, the commission contacted the Omani Embassy in India, which clarified that some Omanis came to India for marriage, while others came for treatment.

The commission said such videos should not be allowed to be circulated on social media since the accused have not been convicted.

On the other hand, the Indian government has said such violations (marrying underaged girls) must be avoided. the