Nabha Panchayat’s Social Boycott: Elopement Fallout Shakes Punjab Village
A village panchayat in Nabha, Punjab, has ostracized Taranjeet Singh and Dilpreet Kaur, a couple who returned to their village after eloping in 2016. The panchayat, citing concerns about setting a “bad example,” passed a resolution formally boycotting the couple.
The villagers’ actions have sparked outrage and concern. The couple’s decision to return after six years has been met with social isolation, highlighting the deep-rooted conservative traditions in some rural areas.
Singh and Kaur intend to pursue legal action against the harassment they face. They are seeking redressal for the social ostracization imposed upon them by the panchayat.
Local Member of Parliament, , has publicly voiced support for the couple, condemning the panchayat’s actions.
This incident underscores the ongoing struggle between traditional values and individual rights in rural Punjab. The case raises critical questions about social justice and the limits of community pressure, potentially setting a legal precedent for similar disputes across the state.
