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India Today
6 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Punjab village bans love marriages without family consent, sparks row
A village in Punjab's Mohali district has ignited controversy after its gram panchayat passed a resolution banning love marriages without family or community decision by the gram panchayat of Manakpur Sharif, located just 10 kilometers from Chandigarh, has drawn sharp criticism from political leaders and rights resolution, passed unanimously on July 31, prohibits couples who marry without the approval of their families from residing in the village or nearby areas. It also warns of punitive action against any villagers who support or shelter such 'This is not a punishment but a preventive step to protect our traditions and values,' said Dalvir Singh, the village explained that the resolution followed a recent incident in which a 26-year-old man, Davinder, married his 24-year-old niece, Baby. The couple has since left the village, but the incident has an impact for 2,000 villagers that are living here.'We are not against love marriage or law, but we are not allowing it here in our Panchayat,' Singh added. According to the resolution, the entire community shares the responsibility of preventing such unions. The panchayat has also urged neighboring villages to adopt similar move has sparked a backlash. Dharamvira Gandhi, Congress MP from Patiala, condemned the resolution, calling it a 'Talibani diktat.''Freedom to choose one's life partner is a fundamental right of every adult. The state must intervene and protect such couples from obscurantist attitudes,' he the resolution drew outrage from some quarters, local youth and villagers, speaking to India Today on the condition of anonymity, voiced support for the sarpanch.'We are with our Sarpanch on this decision and he is only authorised to speak over it. But we feel we have a legacy and reputation that should be carried. World is modern but we need to save our relations, our culture and our villages,' said one authorities have so far taken a measured stance over the incident. Sonam Chaudhary, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Rural), Mohali, said no formal complaint has yet been filed.'If the individuals are adults, they are legally free to marry whom they choose. Any future complaints will be addressed in accordance with the law,' she Aggarwal, Superintendent of Police (Mohali), emphasised the rule of law. 'This is not a banana republic. We will uphold the law and constitutional rights. As of now, no official complaint has been received. If it comes, we will act as per the law. No one has the right to take things into their own hands,' he told India the resolution was passed, the couple at the center of the controversy released a video on social media confirming that they married of their own free will. They also criticised local residents for tarnishing their reputation. Raj Lalli Gill, Chairperson of the Punjab State Women Commission, called the resolution unconstitutional. 'It's unconstitutional and decision by such Panchayat has no meaning. We will look into this. We haven't received any complaint against it,' she said.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Punjab
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Prithipal Singh hockey festival final on June 8
Olympian Prithipal Singh Hockey Festival began with matches and a tribute to the legendary player on his 42nd death anniversary at Jarkhar Stadium on Saturday evening. Organised by the Mata Sahib Kaur Sports Charitable Trust, the opening day saw matches in both junior and senior categories. In the junior category, Rana Academy Hoshiarpur defeated Ghawaddi School 5-3, while Ek Noor Academy Tehing edged out Amargarh Hockey Centre with a close 3-2 victory. In the senior matches, Kuldeep Singh Club Moga overpowered Amargarh Hockey Club with a 9-2 win. In the final league match of the day, Gill Club Ghawaddi defeated Young Club Utala 8-6 in a closely contested battle. Outstanding players were recognised for their performances. Dalvir Singh from Ghawaddi and Ranjodh Singh from Moga were named 'Heroes of the match' for their brilliant play. Advocate Harkamal Singh, inspector Balbir Singh Heer, professor Rajinder Singh from Khalsa College, sarpanch Sandeep Singh Jarkhar, former sarpanch Davinder Singh Dimpy, and others were present. Matches of the festival will continue every Saturday and Sunday, with grand finals in both senior and junior categories scheduled for June 8. The winning teams will be awarded cash prizes worth ₹2 lakh and trophies.
