A Muslim woman and a Hindu man got married in Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun district under police supervision after a dispute between their families reached the local police station.
The marriage took place at the Khatu Shyam Temple in the Usawan area, where the couple completed the wedding rituals in the presence of police officials. The woman, identified as Hira Nazmi, also changed her name to Himanshi and later left for her husband’s home.
Couple Was in a Relationship for Four Years
According to officials, Atul, a resident of a village in the Usawan police station area, and Hira, who belongs to another village, had been in a relationship for nearly four years. The couple had reportedly solemnised a court marriage around six months ago.
However, despite the court marriage, Hira continued to stay with her family. Recently, Atul filed a complaint through the Integrated Grievance Redressal System (IGRS), alleging that his wife’s family was not allowing her to live with him.
Following the complaint, police began looking into the matter.
Families Made Counter Allegations
At the same time, the woman’s family submitted a complaint against Atul, accusing him of luring their daughter away. As the matter escalated, police called both parties to the police station for discussions.
Hira was also summoned to record her statement. During questioning, she informed police that she was an adult and wanted to live with Atul of her own free will.
Police said some members of Hindu organisations also reached the police station during the proceedings.
Woman Chose to Live With Husband
Based on the statements of both sides and the woman’s declaration, police proceeded with the matter according to legal procedures.
The couple later completed Hindu wedding rituals at the Khatu Shyam Temple in Usawan. After the ceremony, the woman left with her husband and joined his family.
Usawan Station House Officer Rajendra Singh said that both sides had initially levelled allegations against each other, which led to police intervention.
“The woman is an adult and, based on her statement, she has been allowed to go with the man,” Singh said.
He added that the necessary legal formalities were completed after verifying the marriage-related documents.
