Dear Client
Contact the Indian Embassy or High Commission in New Zealand:
You should contact the Indian Embassy or High Commission in New Zealand to seek their assistance in serving the summons and other legal documents to your husband.
You can find the contact information for the Indian Embassy or High Commission in New Zealand on their official website.
Legal Assistance:
Consult with an experienced family lawyer in India who specializes in international family law matters.
Your lawyer can guide you through the process of seeking assistance from the Indian authorities in New Zealand and advise you on the specific steps to take.
Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA):
You may also contact the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India, particularly its Consular, Passport, and Visa Division, which deals with issues related to Indian citizens abroad.
The MEA may be able to facilitate communication with the Indian mission in New Zealand.
Legal Remedy in India:
Continue with your divorce petition and domestic violence case in India, and keep the court informed of your efforts to serve the summons.
Your lawyer can request the court's permission to serve the summons through alternative means, such as by publication in a newspaper, if traditional methods fail.
Keep Records:
Maintain a record of all attempts to contact your husband and serve court documents.
Document instances where you tried to reach out to him through email, WhatsApp, or any other means.
Consular Services:
The Indian mission in New Zealand may offer consular services that can assist in serving documents or facilitating communication with your husband.
Online Complaint:
Some Indian embassies and consulates provide online complaint submission forms or email addresses where you can contact them.
Check the official website of the Indian Embassy in New Zealand for information on how to submit a complaint online or through email.