Legal update
Published
25 Oct 2026
Source date
24 Oct 2026
Delhi HC upholds father's visitation rights, rules child cannot be made a football between parents
Why it matters
The Delhi High Court has upheld a father's visitation rights, ruling that a child cannot be deprived of either parent's love and affection. The Court observed that a 15-year-old requires both parental guidance and affection and must not be made a football between parents to their detriment.
Key points
- The Delhi High Court upheld a father's visitation rights concerning a 15-year-old child.
- The Court observed that a child must not be made a football between parents to their detriment.
- The Court reiterated that a father's guidance and a mother's love and affection are fundamental to a child's well-being.
What changed
The Delhi High Court affirmed the visitation rights of a father over a 15-year-old child.
Who it affects
Parties involved in child custody and parental visitation disputes.
Jurisdiction
Delhi High Court
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