The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami and the Government of West Bengal after his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, filed a petition seeking an increase in alimony. Jahan approached the top court, asking for a higher monthly allowance for herself and their daughter, claiming that the amount decided earlier by the Calcutta High Court was not enough.

The Calcutta High Court had earlier ordered Shami to pay INR 1.5 lakh per month to Hasin Jahan and INR 2.5 lakh for their daughter’s care. However, Jahan said the amount does not meet their living and educational needs. The Supreme Court has now asked both Shami and the West Bengal government to respond within four weeks. After receiving their replies, the matter will be heard again.

This case adds another chapter to the long-running legal fight between Shami and Jahan, which began in 2018. The dispute has included allegations of domestic violence, dowry harassment, and maintenance-related issues. Over the years, their conflict has received huge media attention and continues to draw public interest.

Mohammed Shami Reacts to the Ongoing Controversy

Despite the legal troubles, Mohammed Shami has continued to focus on his cricket career. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had previously cleared him of all match-fixing charges, allowing him to represent India without interruption. Still, his personal issues have often made headlines and invited public scrutiny.

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In a recent interview, Shami was asked about his relationship with Hasin Jahan and other similar controversies involving cricketers. The 35-year-old pacer replied calmly, saying he had no regrets about the past and preferred to focus on his game. “Leave that. I never regret the past. What's gone is gone. I don't want to blame anyone, including myself. I want to focus on my cricket. I don't need these controversies. That's your job to investigate. Why do you want to hang us to death? Look at the other side as well. I focus on cricket, not controversies,” said Shami.

The Supreme Court will take up the case again after four weeks, and its next hearing will decide the future course of this ongoing dispute.