Amid Chhangur Baba's Shock, These UP Muslim Women Defy Norms To Marry Lovers In Temple
Swaleheen and Noorfatima decided to accept Sanatan Dharma, along with changing their names to Shalini and Neelam to marry Hindu men.
In Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, two Muslim women chose to change their faith and start a new life as Hindus by marrying Hindu men. Swaleheen and Noorfatima decided to accept Sanatan Dharma, and held their wedding ceremonies at the Arya Samaj Temple in Hapur, earlier this week. After their conversion, Swaleheen became Shalini and married Amit Kumar, while Noorfatima took the name Neelam and married Gaurav Kumar. Videos of the wedding celebrations, which were held according to Hindu rituals, have been circulating on social media
As per Amar Ujala, Shalini, a resident of Katghar, Moradabad said she had been in love with Amit for a long time. But as her family didn't accept their relationship, she stayed silent. She now fears for her safety and claims her family could harm her. Neelam, on the other hand, from Bhojpur, shared that she loves Gaurav and chose to convert on her own. Both women have said that their decisions were made willingly.
Reacting to the post, a user wrote, 'Not a good thing to share their video and whereabouts if they are under threat."
Another shared, 'Hope they are protected always and do not leave a forwarding address. Hope they have lots of kids and are happy till eternity."
'If Love is making them safe in life, then Love should not look at any religion. Obviously, Sanatan is Best," a comment read.
One more added, 'It's their personal choice. They are adults. No one should have any say other than the two adults marrying each other, it's simple."
So far, there has been no major controversy related to their marriages. But the local police are on alert to make sure everything remains peaceful. This extra care has been taken because Moradabad has a nearly equal number of Hindu and Muslim residents.
Shalini and Neelam's story comes at a time when there is already attention on the case of Chhangur Baba. He is accused of gaining wealth through illegal activities and was involved in converting Hindu girls by trapping them.
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