PM Modi Raises Indian Child Ariha Shah's Foster Care Case with German Chancellor Merz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the case of five-year-old Ariha Shah, an Indian child in German foster care since 2021, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his visit to India. German authorities took custody of Ariha following allegations of abuse, later dismissed, but retained her due to concerns of negligence. India has urged for her return or better exposure to Indian culture, language, and religion while in Germany. The government emphasizes a humanitarian approach and continues diplomatic efforts, while German authorities have not agreed to repatriation requests.