Thane Police Register FIR Against 11 Over Illegal Child Marriage

Thane city police have registered an FIR against 11 individuals, including a woman from Pune, for the illegal marriage of her 13-year-old daughter to a man from Mumbra. Despite objections from the girl's father, the marriage occurred on August 8. The FIR was registered on September 25.

Thane city police have taken legal action against 11 individuals, including a 31-year-old woman from Pune, for orchestrating the illegal marriage of her 13-year-old daughter. The minor was married to a man from Mumbra on August 8, despite her father's objections.

The girl's father initially approached the Child Welfare Officer, leading to the registration of the FIR on September 25, as per official reports. Those involved in the illegal arrangement have been charged under the Prevention of Child Marriage Act.

The individuals facing charges include the man who married the minor and his relatives, underscoring the gravity of the violation of child marriage laws.

(With inputs from agencies.)