Dismissed CRPF soldier disputes accusations of secret marriage to Pakistani woman, claiming approval from headquarters.
Headline: "Married to a Pakistani Woman, CRPF Trooper Fights Dismissal"
Quick Read: A CRPF soldier, Munir Ahmed, claims senior officers were aware of his union with a Pakistani woman. Despite being dismissed over national security concerns, Ahmed argues he'd received the necessary approvals. He plans to challenge his dismissal in court.
Trooper Munir Ahmed, unexpectedly let go from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) for marrying a Pakistani woman, states that he sought and received explicit authorization from CRPF headquarters for his nuptials. This revelation was made on a recent Saturday.
"I found out about my termination via media outlets. Soon after, came a notification from the CRPF confirming the decision, leaving both myself and my family in disbelief, considering we had received permission for our inter-country marriage," expressed Munir Ahmed.
Ahmed's termination was based on allegations of concealing his marriage and knowingly hosting his spouse after her visa expired, posing a threat to national security.
However, Ahmed intends to dispute this decision in court. Alluding to the process he was required to follow prior to marriage, he explained, "I initiated contact on December 31, 2022, expressing my wish to wed the Pakistani national and was asked to provide documents like passport copies, marriage certificates, and affidavits."
"Post submitting my affidavit and those of my parents, sarpanch, and district development council member, I eventually received clearance from the headquarters on April 30, 2024," he continued.
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Ahmed insisted he was informed that a No Objection Certificate (NOC) was unnecessary as he had complied with government regulations regarding his intercontinental marriage. Furthermore, he claimed there is no such provision to secure an NOC under the rules.
"Our marriage took place online on May 24, 2024, through a video call, and we submitted our marriage pictures, 'Nikkah' papers, and marriage certificate to the 72 Battalion," he detailed.
"As soon as she visited India for the first time on February 28 for a 15-day visa, we immediately filed for a long-term residency permit in March and finalized the necessary formalities, which included an interview," he added.
The couple's predicament came to light when media highlighted Minal Khan's imminent expulsion, despite being tied to a CRPF soldier, an Indian citizen. An intervention by the J&K High Court allowed Minal Khan to stay in their Jammu dwelling, averting her deportation.
Ahmed asserts that his swift application for permanent residency post-marriage was sufficient for the court to grant relief. The soldier also confirmed informing senior officers of his wedding to a Pakistani woman once he returned to active duty after leave.
"I was instantly relieved and directed to join my duties at Bhopal upon resuming work. I underwent an interview with the commanding officer and his deputy upon arrival, and completed the documentation process; noting my marriage to a Pakistani woman explicitly in my battalion data record book," he explained.
(Courtesy of PTI)
- An Unusual Love Story:Ahmed and Minal's story is an uncommon love that overcame geographical and societal barriers. Despite allegations and controversies, they remained committed, fighting for their love and the validation of their union.
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- Munir Ahmed, the CRPF trooper, maintains he followed the Indian government's rules and received approvals for his marriage to a Pakistani woman, contradicting the reasons for his dismissal from the CRPF.
- The general news scene in India has been stirred by the case of CRPF trooper Munir Ahmed, who is planning to challenge his dismissal in court, citing his compliance with Indian regulations when marrying a Pakistani woman.
- In the realm of crime and justice, the story of CRPF trooper Munir Ahmed and his Pakistani wife, Minal Khan, has been caught up in national security concerns amidst their marriage approval saga and subsequent dismissal, with Ahmed intending to contest the decision.
