Srinagar, May 30 -- "Justice delayed is justice denied, but justice disregarded, especially for women and children, is a grievous injustice." - Justice Krishna Iyer Introduction The plight of pregnant women prisoners in India represents a critical, yet often overlooked, issue within the country's criminal justice system. Despite constitutional guarantees of equality, dignity, and justice, pregnant women prisoners face draconian challenges, including inadequate healthcare, poor living conditions, and systemic abuse. The issue is compounded by the inadequacies in policy implementation, despite judicial pronouncements and legal provisions aiming to protect them. This article explores the severity faced by pregnant women in Indian prisons, th...