MP High Court Questions Routine Police Protection Pleas for Newlyweds in Bhopal

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has recently raised serious concerns regarding the growing trend of newly married couples seeking police protection as a standard post-wedding procedure. In a stern observation, the court questioned whether obtaining a 'cop cover' has effectively become an unofficial eighth ritual for a valid marriage in Bhopal and across the state. This development is significant for city residents, as it highlights a shift in how legal professionals and citizens perceive the necessity of state intervention in personal matrimonial matters.