MP Police Act Against Six After Social Boycott Video Over Love Marriage Goes Viral

• MP Police took action against six individuals in Ratlam district after a video went viral showing a social boycott diktat against love marriages.
• Residents of Panchewa village reportedly issued a mandate on January 23, imposing a social boycott on families of couples who marry for love.
• The boycott includes stripping families of social participation, employment, and access to essential goods like milk.
• The harsh measures were initiated due to an alleged increase in elopements, with eight couples reportedly eloping in the last six months.
• The district administration called the decision an "unofficial" one, and police have "bound over" six persons to maintain good conduct.

Why It Matters: MP Police acted against six individuals in Ratlam for enforcing a social boycott against love marriages.