The Supreme Court has sought replies from Team India pacer Mohammed Shami and the West Bengal government after his estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, approached the apex court demanding a higher monthly maintenance for herself and their daughter.

Jahan has contested a Calcutta High Court ruling that granted her ₹1.5 lakh per month and ₹2.5 lakh for their daughter. Arguing that the amount does not reflect Shami’s financial capacity or lifestyle, she requested the Supreme Court to enhance the maintenance.

During the brief hearing, the bench remarked, “Is ₹4 lakh a month not substantial?” Yet it went ahead and issued notices to Shami and the state government, giving both four weeks to file their responses. The matter will return for hearing in December.

Representing Jahan, her lawyer claimed the cricketer’s income runs far higher than what has been considered so far. He told the court that Shami owns properties worth hundreds of crores, drives high-end cars, travels abroad frequently, and enjoys a lavish lifestyle.

The petition also alleged that the bowler had failed to make several payments despite earlier directives from the family court and the Calcutta High Court. Jahan insisted that although she is not seeking a share of Shami’s wealth, their daughter deserves a standard of living comparable to that of her father. The plea stated that the child is entitled to the same quality of education, social circle, and dignity.

The case adds another layer to the years-long dispute between the two, which began in 2018 after Jahan accused Shami of domestic violence, financial mismanagement, and dowry-related harassment. The conflict has continued to unfold in courtrooms as well as in public.

Shami—who remains active in international cricket—has repeatedly chosen to keep his personal issues private, saying in past interviews that he prefers to concentrate on his game.

With the Supreme Court issuing fresh notices, both Shami and the West Bengal government will now have to present their submissions before the next hearing in December.