Behind the media frenzy and religious debates, Kartika Sari Dewi Shukarno is a heartbroken woman who just wants a second chance at a normal life. Kartika, a 33-year-old part-time model, made international news last July after she became the first woman in the country to be sentenced six strokes of the rotan for consuming alcohol.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini , Kartika said the entire ordeal had destroyed her marriage, strained her family and two children.
A few factors for the delay:
1. The authorities don't have people trained to carry out such punishment
2. There is pressure from the Sultan (of Pahang) as he does not approve of the sentence
3. The prime minister wanting to use his power to stop the punishment (Kartika's dad objects to it)
(Image source: The Star Online)
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