My wife has been living separately for over 6 years and hasn’t taken care of our daughter, who is now 12. I’ve been raising her alone and want to get a divorce. I’ve tried to reach an amicable agreement, but she’s refusing to sign the papers. She’s also taken all our assets, including gold, and won’t return them. I’m at a loss, what can I do?

You can file for divorce on grounds of desertion and cruelty based on her abandonment of your daughter and refusal to cooperate in the divorce process. You can also file a separate case to recover the assets she has taken, providing evidence of their ownership. Consult a lawyer immediately to explore your legal options and navigate this complex situation.