HC gives relief to lesbian couple, ticks off parents | India News – Times of India

VIJAYAWADA: Andhra HC upheld Tuesday freedom of a lesbian couple to live together and directed their parents not to interfere with their lives. Observing that both women are adults and have the liberty to live according to their will, the court also ordered police to ensure protection for the couple if needed.
HC was hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by a 25-year-old woman from Vijayawada. She alleged that her 27-year-old partner had been forcibly taken away by her father and illegally detained.
HC had earlier issued notices to the woman’s father to respond to the petition. As the notices were returned, the court directed police to produce the woman before them. Tuesday, police brought her to court. HC interacted with both the women, who reiterated their desire to live together. The court upheld their choice.