Nina Kutina, a Russian woman who made global headlines after being found living in a cave in India with her two young daughters has returned to her home country. Official reports state that she, along with her daughters aged six and five, was rescued on July 9 by Indian police during a routine patrol in Karnataka.
After being detected without valid residency documents, Kutina and her daughters were placed in a detention center. However, the Karnataka high court ruled in favor of their repatriation following a petition filed by Dror Shlomo Goldstein, an Israeli businessman who claimed to be the father of the two minor girls. Goldstein sought the court's protection against their return to Russia, prompting a legal tussle over the children's custody.
On September 28, Kutina and her children left for Russia, along with her minor son who was discovered in Goa. The Russian embassy had previously issued a temporary travel option, which allowed them to return within a specified timeframe.
During her time in the cave, Kutina defended her unconventional lifestyle, claiming that she and her children were content living away from urban life. Her comments raised eyebrows, as concerns grew about the children’s safety living in an isolated location prone to wildlife encounters.
The police had to assure Kutina of the dangers in the area, reporting that she initially resisted their attempts to relocate them due to her belief in a nature-centric lifestyle.
As the case unfolded, discussions continued regarding the legality of custody rights, and whether Goldstein would pursue further action to regain custody. His claims of financial support for the family, however, were questioned given the unique circumstances of their discovery.
The court ultimately emphasized the need to prioritize the well-being of the children, aiming to ensure a safe and stable environment for their upbringing.
