Rumours about the UCC banning cousin marriages have triggered a sharp rise in nikah applications in Bhopal, with daily numbers jumping from 30-40 to over 200. The Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board has clarified the provision cited in the controversy and sought to dispel fears among Muslim families.
Rumors surrounding the UCC have led to a sudden surge in marriage applications in Bhopal. From 30-40 applications per day, the number has risen to 200-300. However, the Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board has clarified that such fears are misplaced.