Cross-Border Love: Indian Woman Sparks Legal and Diplomatic Tensions in Pakistan

The case of Sarabjeet Kaur, an Indian Sikh woman who married a Pakistani Muslim man, has sparked legal and diplomatic concerns. Following her disappearance after a pilgrimage, Pakistani authorities were petitioned for her arrest, alleging espionage. The situation has become more complicated with accusations of undue police harassment against her and her husband.

An Indian Sikh woman's recent marriage to a Pakistani Muslim man has ignited legal and diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Sarabjeet Kaur, a 48-year-old Sikh, reportedly disappeared after entering Pakistan on a religious pilgrimage.

Legal action was taken against Kaur, with a petition filed in the Lahore High Court by former lawmaker Mahinder Pal Singh calling for her arrest and deportation. He alleged that Kaur, who stayed beyond her visa's expiry, may pose a national security risk to Pakistan.

Amidst these accusations, Kaur and her husband, Nasir Hussain, have sought protection from alleged police harassment aimed at breaking their marriage, further complicating the international incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)