V Keerthana Devi vs S Martin Charles Deepak — 39/2024

This is a family law case involving child custody/guardianship heard at Principal District Court, Chengalpattu on March 16, 2026. V Keerthana Devi (petitioner/mother) provided cross-examination testimony regarding her ability to care for their 10-11 year old child (in 6th grade), disputing the respondent S Martin Charles Deepak's (father's) suitability as guardian. The mother argued she can provide proper care and education, while contesting the father's lifestyle and parenting capabilities. The document records the mother's sworn testimony under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, but does not contain a final court order or judgment on custody determination. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.