Andhra Pradesh HC Grants Custody Of 4-Yr-Old To Father, Permits Him To Take Child Back To US Due To Health Issues, Inability To Adjust To India

The Andhra Pradesh High Court granted custody of a minor boy to his father, allowing him to take the child back to the US. The mother had initially brought the child to India, but the boy struggled to adapt to the new environment, showing signs of emotional distress and academic difficulties. The court considered the child’s best interests, noting the strong bond with his father and the child’s inability to adjust to Indian conditions. The father provided evidence of better living and educational conditions in the US. The court’s decision emphasized the importance of the child’s welfare over the parental dispute.