Nimisha Priya, an Indian national, endures her darkest days behind bars in a Yemeni prison—isolated, caught in a diplomatic limbo, and surrounded by silence. Yemen’s prisons are among the most unforgiving in the world, plagued by overcrowding, poor hygiene, and harsh treatment. In places like Sanaa Central Prison, where Nimisha is confined, inmates suffer intense mental and physical hardship. Torture, isolation, and inadequate medical care are widespread, especially in areas controlled by the Houthis. This video sheds light on the grim conditions—not just for Nimisha, but for thousands of Indians caught in foreign legal systems. Across the Middle East, over 8,000 Indian citizens remain imprisoned, often lacking interpreters, legal support, or access to consular services. From Saudi Arabia to Qatar, cases of abuse, wrongful arrests, and stalled diplomacy continue to emerge. We examine how these prison systems function, the toll they take on human lives, and the pressing need for systemic change.
