Mental well-being of child paramount when deciding custody, visitation rights: Uttarakhand HC

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The Uttarakhand High Court has ruled that a child's wishes are paramount in custody cases. A grandfather's appeal for his grandson's custody was dismissed. The court upheld the family court's decision, stating the child will remain with his mother. The child's expressed desire to stay with his mother was considered. The court emphasized the child's mental peace and well-being.