Indian Caregiver Executed in UAE, Family Seeks Justice

Shahzadi Khan, an Indian caregiver from Uttar Pradesh, was executed in Abu Dhabi on February 15, 2025, after being convicted of murdering a four-month-old child under her care. Her family claims she was coerced into confessing and was a victim of human trafficking, alleging inadequate legal representation and pressure from authorities. Despite appeals and a mercy petition, all legal avenues failed, and her death sentence was upheld by the UAE's highest court. Her father, Shabbir Khan, sought intervention from the Indian government and the Delhi High Court, but was unable to prevent the execution. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the execution and provided assistance to the family for her last rites, scheduled for March 5. The case has raised concerns about legal representation and the treatment of foreign workers in the UAE.