Kashmiri separatist leader Yasin Malik, currently lodged in Delhi's Tihar Jail, has decided to end his marital relationship with his Pakistani wife Mushaal Hussein Mullick. The declaration came through a detailed 25 page personal affidavit submitted during proceedings at a special TADA/POTA court in Jammu. Through this formal court filing, Malik conveyed what he termed a final message to the three individuals closest to him: his mother, his wife Mushaal, and his 13 year old daughter Raziyah Sultana.
The emotional submission arrived amid ongoing judicial hearings concerning a murder case in Jammu. The document shifts focus toward the deeply personal consequences of his prolonged imprisonment after years dominated strictly by legal arguments and security charges.
Eight Years of Isolation and Communication Barriers
In the text submitted to the court, Yasin Malik outlined the severe constraints surrounding his personal life while in custody. He highlighted that he has not heard his wife's voice for the past eight years. Throughout this extended timeframe, prison rules and legal restrictions prevented him from speaking with her over telephone calls or connecting via video conference.
Citing this enforced separation and the ongoing legal barriers, Malik concluded that maintaining the marriage was no longer viable under his present detention conditions. The prolonged absence of direct contact formed a major factor in his decision to formally bring the relationship to an end.
Rationale Behind Terminating the Marriage
Explaining the reasons behind his choice, Malik stated in the affidavit that he does not wish for Mushaal to spend the rest of her life under the heavy burden of these circumstances or living in the manner of a widow. He expressed a desire for her to move forward and begin a new chapter of her life with dignity, respect, and hope.
Facing the uncertainty of potential execution or serving many more years behind bars, Malik described the decision to release his wife from marital obligations as a painful step. He noted that he took this measure so she would not remain trapped in the anxiety and unpredictability that have now become his own permanent reality.
Message to Daughter Raziyah and Her Public Response
The affidavit also contained specific words directed at his 13 year old daughter, Raziyah Sultana. Malik asked her to remain close to her grandmother and make it a habit to call her daily, even if only for five minutes, ensuring the elderly woman receives comfort and affection during these difficult times.
Furthermore, Malik emphasized that the document was not prepared to seek judicial mercy, leniency, or public sympathy, defining it instead as the final voice of his inner conscience. Shortly after details of the filing became public, Raziyah released a video statement reacting to the news, declaring that she would take her own life if her father proceeded with divorcing her mother.
Legal Background and Ongoing Incarceration
This development adds a poignant personal layer to a high-profile legal journey that has spanned several years. Yasin Malik has been detained since 2019 following his arrest in connection with a terror funding investigation in Jammu and Kashmir.
In May 2022, a trial court found him guilty under multiple statutory provisions and sentenced him to life imprisonment. Since then, he has remained incarcerated at Tihar Jail, while additional court matters in Jammu continue to proceed alongside this latest personal declaration.
